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Spell Checked Right!
April 2, 2011 - The Spellcheckers took on the most teams the annual Southborough Education Foundation has fielded in its four years of this event and they won - both the SEF and the Spellcheckers. A packed audience attended.
The Judges - L- R Neary Principal Linda Murdock, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Charles Gobron and writer/resident Donna McDaniel. |
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Snowed Again
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Library to Kick Off Spring Poetry Festival
with Award-winning Poet, Regie Gibson
All are welcome and the event is free. ’Tweens and Teens are encouraged to attend this performance, in celebration of National Poetry Month. Funding for this event has been provided by the Friends of the Library and the Poetry Festival is made possible through a grant from the Southborough Local Cultural Arts Council, part of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Regie Gibson’s performance has been planned as part of the Spring Poetry Festival at the Southborough Library to stimulate creativity, awaken minds, foster education, encourage artistic statement and engage our community in the revelry of language. The Library is located at 25 Main Street, at the corner of Routes 85 and 30. All Southborough residents are encouraged to attend to learn more about poetry and to experience Regie Gibson, poet. No registration required.
https://sites.google.com/site/gallagheronpoetry/regie-gibson-biography
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SOUTHBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT DAILY LOG
Tuesday 3/22/11
02:30 ALARM SYSTEM DUE TO MALFUNCTIO ST MARTIN DR E22 FF GOODSPEED FF MARTINS T21 LT PELTIER FF FRANKS FF SHANAHAN
09:00 TRAINING - OTHER STATE RD STO C27 CAPT MAURO
09:21 VEH ACCIDENT W/INJURIES FRAMINGHAM RD and EAST MAIN ST A28 FF WILLS FF KANE E23 CAPT HUBLEY FF NAVAROLI
10:57 UNITENTIONAL TRANMISSION OF SOUTHVILLE RD E22 FF KANE FF WILLS T21 CAPT HUBLEY FF NAVAROLI
11:53 ASSIST INVALID FISHER RD A28 FF KANE FF WILLS
14:30 SMOKE DETECTOR, RESALE ALEXANDRA CR C27 CAPT MAURO
18:00 VEH ACCIDENT W/INJURIES MASS PIKE WEST A28 FF KANE FF WILLS E23 CAPT HUBLEY FF NAVAROLI
21:24 EMS CALL WOOD ST A28 FF KANE FF WILLS C30 FF NAVAROLI
Wednesday 3/23/11
09:23 SMOKE DET. ACT.-NO FIRE, UNINT TURNPIKE RD C27 CAPT MAURO E23 FF PIERCE FF GOODSPEED T21 FF STRONG FF NEAL
10:27 EMS CALL NEWTON ST A28 FF PIERCE FF NEAL C30 FF STRONG
18:14 EMS CALL SOUTHVILLE RD A28 FF PIERCE FF NEAL C30 LT DANO
Thursday 3/24/11
02:43 VEH ACCIDENT W/INJURIES MASS PIKE EAST A28 FF PIERCE FF NEAL C20 CHIEF MAURO E23 LT DANO FF PIERCE
07:10 VEH ACCIDENT W/INJURIES OAK HILL RD A28 FF PIERCE FF NEAL E23 LT DANO FF STRONG
08:12 ADMINISTRATIVE MEETING COX ST HUD C20 CHIEF MAURO
08:30 OIL BURNER MAIN ST C27 CAPT MAURO
09:00 MISC. SAFETY INSPECTION TURNPIKE RD C27 CAPT MAURO
13:36 HAZARDOUS CONDITION, OTHER. PARKERVILLE RD C30 FF WILLS
Friday 3/25/11
09:58 EMS CALL OAK HILL RD A28 FF STRONG FF NEAL C30 FF PIERCE
15:30 TRAINING - FIRE MAIN ST HQ1 LT DANO FF MARTINS FF PIERCE FF NEAL
Saturday 3/26/11
11:48 EMS CALL EAST MAIN ST A28 FF MARTINS FF KANE C30 FF AMENDOLA
22:03 ALARM SYSTEM DUE TO MALFUNCTIO GRANUAILE RD E22 FF RICE T21 LT SADOWSKI FF NEAL FF AMENDOLA
Monday 3/28/11
09:00 COMMERCIAL INSPECTION CORDAVILLE RD C27 CAPT MAURO
10:45 MISC. SAFETY INSPECTION TURNPIKE RD C27 CAPT MAURO
11:35 EMS CALL NORTHBORO RD A28 FF GOODSPEED FF ROACH C30 FF FRANKS
13:15 OIL BURNER PARKERVILLE RD C27 CAPT MAURO
13:26 ADMINISTRATIVE MEETING MAIN ST ASH C20 CHIEF MAURO
13:30 SMOKE DETECTOR, RESALE HILLSIDE AV C27 CAPT MAURO
14:00 SMOKE DETECTOR, RESALE MEETING HOUSE LN C27 CAPT MAURO
14:30 COMMERCIAL INSPECTION CORDAVILLE RD C27 CAPT MAURO
17:51 SMOKE DET. ACT.-NO FIRE, UNINT BOSTON RD A28 FF RICE FF ROACH E22 LT SADOWSKI FF GOODSPEED
18:06 CO DET. ACTIV. DUE TO MALFUNCT SOUTHVILLE RD A28 FF RICE FF ROACH E22 LT SADOWSKI FF GOODSPEED
19:01 ADMINISTRATIVE MEETING COMMON ST C20 CHIEF MAURO
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Corridor 9 Awards Scholarships
Nineteen graduating high school seniors received scholarships at the
Corridor Nine Area Chamber of Commerce's membership breakfast, held March 24
at the at the Doubletree Hotel in Westborough.
From
the Mass. Academy of Math & Science – Andrea Chiang.
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Woodward School Receives Exemplary Reading Award
April 1, 2011 - Reading Specialist, Katie Nordman, and student, Lola Mahoney. (contributed photo)
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School in Southborough, MA, has been awarded the 2010-2011 International Reading Association Exemplary Reading Program Award.
The Exemplary Reading Program Award recognizes outstanding reading and language arts programs within schools throughout North America. The Albert S. Woodward Memorial School has been on a five-year journey to improve reading instruction and student performance. The journey began with a group of professionals who joined together to form the Woodward School Literacy Committee. The members include: James Randell, Principal; Grade 2 Teachers: Allison Garand, Jean Terry, and Lori Winer; Grade 3 Teachers: Alyssa Foy, Lisa Goulet, Jill Henebury, and Nicole Kelleher; Reading Specialists: Katie Nordman and Mary Ellen Shields; Special Education Teacher: Gwen Robison.
“The hard work and dedication of our entire staff has led to the development of an exemplary reading program that we are very proud of,” states Jim Randell, Principal. “Our students are the greatest recipients of this recognition. We graciously accept this outstanding award on behalf of our entire school community.”
Yvonne Gunzberger, Chairperson of the Exemplary Reading Program Award, wrote: "Your school is outstanding in so many ways - the collegiality and warmth between teachers is wonderful, the programs you have running were terrific, such as the on going assessments, the variety of methods to reach kids, and the differentiating happening in each room.”
Woodward reading specialist, Katie Nordman adds, “Based on literacy research, our reading program is constantly evolving to address all students’ needs. This award is an acknowledgement of our collaboration and dedication to our students. I’m proud to part of a school that loves to teach children to read.”
Deb Keefe, school committee member and parent said, “Woodward School is such a special school in every aspect. It is so nice to see them receive this well deserved recognition.”
Only one school from Massachusetts was chosen for this prestigious award, which is based on abundant evidence from the following criteria: · the reading program is consistent with sound theory, research, and practice; · the program facilitates student learning; students have access to a wide variety of reading materials; · students demonstrate success in reading; · comprehension strategies are taught and applied across the curriculum; · listening, speaking, viewing, and writing are integrated into and support the reading program; · administrators and teachers provide leadership and vision for the building reading program; · the school offers support services to the program; · literacy activities occur outside of school; and · the community, including parents, is involved in the reading program.
The Exemplary Reading Award will be presented on Friday, April 8, 2011, at the Massachusetts Reading Association Conference in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. Special recognition will also be made on Sunday, May 8, 2011, at the Council Awards Ceremony and Reception in Orlando, Florida, at the Annual International Reading Association Conference.
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Westborough Players Presents:
Anything Goes
Directed by John Leslie Music Direction by Nate Newton Choreographed by Matt Parello Produced by Jackie Hughes and Roz Martin
April 1, 2, 8, 9 @ 8 p.m. April 3, 10 @ 2 p.m.
Gibbons Middle School 20 Fisher Street, Westborough
General Admission: $18 Students/Seniors: $16
Reserve tickets at 508-796-0076 or by contacting our ticketing coordinator
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Hazel (Taylor) Foote, 94, a 90 year resident of Southborough, died on Wednesday, March 30, 2011 after a period of declining health. She was the beloved wife of Aldrich C. Foote, who passed away in 1996. Mrs. Foote was a 1932 graduate of the former Peter's High School in Southborough. She was a secretary for Raytheon for many years and retired from the Sudbury office. Hazel also worked as a department manager for the former Jordan Marsh in Framingham. She was an active member of the Friends of the Library, Pilgrim Church and the Senior Center all of Southborough. She is survived by her children, Bradley Foote and his wife Barbara of Annapolis, MD; Cameron Foote and his wife Leona of Marshfield; Ronald Foote and his wife Sonja; and David Foote, all of Southborough; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She is pre-deceased by a granddaughter. Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, April 2, from 2-4 p.m., at the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main St. Southborough, (Morrisfuneralparlor.com) A funeral service will be held on Sunday, April 3, at 3 p.m., at the Pilgrim Church, Common St. Southborough. Burial will be private in the Rural Cemetery, Southborough. Memorial contributions may be sent in her memory to Friends of the Library, 25 Main St. Southborough, MA 01772
Philip J. Wood, 78, of Marlborough and formerly of
Southborough
and Framingham died on Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at Metro West Medical
Center in Framingham. He was the beloved husband of Jane (McNamara) Wood for
the past 52 years. Mr. Wood was a 1950 graduate of Boston College High
School and graduate of Suffolk University of Boston. He was also a U.S.
Army Veteran during the Korean Conflict. Phil was a district
manager at Verizon for 40 years. He was a devoted family man and took
pleasure in spending time with family and friends. Mr. Wood was an avid New
England sports fan and enjoyed playing golf. He was also a member of St.
Anne Church of Southborough. In addition to his wife he is survived by his
six children, Suzanne Wood of Brooklyn, N.Y.: Jennifer Wood of Falmouth;
Philip J. Wood, Jr. and his wife Janet of Hershey, Pa.; Brian J. Wood and
his wife Jodie of Newton; Stephanie Wood of Morrisville, N.C.; Jonathan Wood
of Natick; his siblings, Connie Krebel of Canaan, N.Y.; George Wood of
Sandwich; Matthew Wood of Braintree; Joseph Wood of S. Windsor, Conn.; James
Wood of Hawaii: four grandchildren, Megan Dinnerstein, Jason and Eric Wood,
Rachel Wood. He is predeceased by three siblings, Charles Wood, Regina
Flemming, Helena Drass. Calling Hours will be held on Friday, April 1, from
4-8 p.m., at the Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main St., Southborough. (Morrisfuneralparlro.com).
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, April 2, at 10:30 a.m.,
at St. Anne Church, 20 Boston Road, Southborough. Burial will follow in the
Rural Cemetery, Southborough. Memorial contributions may be sent in his
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No April Fool's Joke
March 31, 2011 Winter weather advisory remains in effect from 8 pm this evening to 2 am
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From Representative Levy's office: LEGISLATORS FURIOUS ABOUT LAST MINUTE BUDGET BILL RELEASE AND EXCESSIVE SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET SPENDING
(BOSTON) – State Representatives Steven Levy (R-Marlborough), Daniel Webster (R-Pembroke), Paul Adams (R-Andover), Richard Bastien (R-Gardner), Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton), Kevin Kuros (R-Uxbridge), Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) and James Lyons (R-Andover) are incensed by the latest attempt by legislators on Beacon Hill to stifle legislative deliberation and ram through yet another supplemental budget bill twenty-four hours after it was released from the House Ways & Means Committee.
The forty-five page bill was released to members at 1:15PM on March 29th and scheduled for debate just a little over a day later at 1:30PM on March 30th. The representatives asserted that the Majority seeks to circumvent the legislative process and stifle debate by scheduling business in a timeframe designed to quash dissent and prevent any substantive discussion on the issues facing the Commonwealth today. “It is impossible for us to learn what is in a forty-five page bill in just one day,” Levy said.
These lawmakers were concerned that the supplemental budget bill is laden with pay raises for certain state employees and comes after two previous supplemental budgets were passed earlier this fiscal year totaling more than $750 million. The legislators are also concerned that the supplemental budget bill is stuffed with non-budgetary items that deserve separate consideration on the House floor.
While concluding some of the spending is probably necessary, the Legislature should consider a novel idea: stop using every available nickel to fund programs that should not be priorities in economic times such as these.
This supplemental budget bill has been submitted on the heels of the $28 billion budget for fiscal year 2011 and mere weeks before the debate on the budget for fiscal year 2012. The bill will add an additional $325 million in spending to the budget passed last year.
There is language within the supplemental budget bill that provides for some of today’s appropriations to be spent in the next fiscal year. Normally, money not spent by the end of a fiscal year reverts to the state’s general fund. This money could be used in fiscal 2012 to help close an anticipated $2B deficit.
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Community Easter Egg Hunt Date: Saturday, April 16, 2011 Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm Location: Chapel of the Cross Description: Community Easter Egg Hunt and Free Family Fun Day
Start inviting your family and friends to this year's Easter Egg Hunt!
-Over 8,000 eggs -Crafts and games -Moon walks -Face painting -FREE hot dogs -One Ton Food Drive
NO COST! Suggested donation of one canned good per person to help support our local food bank.
For more information, contact Tanya Legro at (508) 870-0001 ext. 102 or tlegro@chapelofthecross.com . Visit www.chapelofthecross.com for directions.
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Unlock the Power of
Nutrition to Combat and Prevent Diabetes
(Natick, MA – March 28, 2011) – Eating an apple a day to keep the diabetes doctor away is a good start to help manage and even prevent diabetes. While about 215,000 young people under 20 years of age have diabetes, incorporating the right foods into a daily diet can help bring these numbers down, not only for adolescents but people of all ages. The Natick VNA, a leading home health care provider serving more than 20 towns in MetroWest Boston, is offering nutritional advice for those that have the disease, know they are at risk, or want to prevent it. "Incorporating a diabetes diet into your life is a great way to control your blood sugar, and it helps make the condition more manageable for those who have it," said Robyn Smith, a registered nurse and diabetic specialist at the Natick VNA. "The diabetes conscious diet emphasizes quality over the quantity of food taken in, and the foods we encourage patients to make the foundation of their diet are natural and tasty too." Diabetes is a disease that causes blood glucose, also called blood sugar, to reach excessively high levels. Glucose comes from the food we eat and is needed to fuel our bodies. According to the National Diabe tes Association, diabetes affects more than 25 million Americans, leading to a range of problems from heart disease to blindness, and another 79 million have prediabetes (early Type 2 diabetes). Food is a tool that can very effective in helping to prevent the disease and manage it in people that already live with diabetes. Smith offers these tips:
For more tips or additional information on nutrition for diabetes, please contact the Natick VNA at www.natickvna.org or # 508-653-3081.
About Natick VNA
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UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETINGS
April 14 -- Natural Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting, Westborough -- The Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Advisory Committee will meet Thursday, April 14, 2011 at the DFW Field Headquarters, 1 Rabbit Hill Rd (off North Drive) from 1:30 - 4:30pm. The building is handicapped accessible. Directions can be found at: www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/facilities/westboro.htm or call the Field Headquarters at (508) 389-6300. April 21 -- Fisheries and Wildlife Board Meeting, Westborough. The April meeting of the Fisheries & Wildlife Board will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2011, at 2PM at the MassWildlife Field Headquarters, 1 Rabbit Hill Rd (off North Drive) in Westborough. This location is handicapped accessible. CALENDAR OF EVENTS
April 2, 3 & 9 - Beginners Fishing Class, Hopkinton (Woodville) -- For anyone who want to learn about fishing, this expanded fishing is designed for beginning anglers of all ages. Learn about fish identification, fishing equipment, safety, fishing regulations and try out some casting skills. DFW's Angler Education Program volunteers will be conducting this clinic with the Woodville Rod and Gun Club on 252 Wood Street (Rte. 135) from 8 -11 AM on April 2 & 3 and then the fishing trip will be held from 8 - Noon on April 9. All equipment will be provided. Pre-registration is required and there are a limited number of slots available. To register, contact Lee Wright at leewright@comcast.net, or call the Woodville Rod and Gun Club (Wednesday - Sunday only) at (508) 435-4148.
April 9 -- Growing Up WILD Workshop for Early Childhood Educators, Northfield -- Growing Up WILD: Exploring Nature with Young Children is an early childhood education activity guide that builds on children's sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the world around them. Engage in this exciting, fun, six-hour interactive, hands-on Growing Up WILD workshop at the Northfield Mountain Environmental Center. Workshop participants will receive a copy of the guide and certificate of completion. Cost is $40. Pre-registration is required by April 1. Email Kim Noyes at kim.noyes@gdfsuezna.com or call 800-859-2960.
April 16 - Forest Stewardship for
Outdoorswomen, Belchertown --
This workshop is designed for those women who work with a personal property,
town lands, land trust lands -- or who just want to know more about how to
look at a forest and set directions for management. At this workshop,
professional foresters and wildlife experts will provide an introduction to
reading a forested landscape and formulating your individual stewardship
goals and then the group will head into the woods for some hands-on
experience. Share your questions and experiences with other women who share
an interest in understanding the forest.
Registration materials now
available!
April 17—Earth Week Festival with Kids Casting Program, Springfield -- Bring your kids, grandchildren, nieces or nephews to this enjoyable opportunity that teaches young people the basics of casting a fishing rod at the Springfield Science Museum, 21 Edwards Street. DFW Angler Education Program volunteers will help you try your casting skills as part of the celebration! The festival runs from 11am - 4pm. For more information, contact the Springfield Science Museum at (413) 263-6800 x325.
April 20--Hopkinton Reservoir Family Fishing Festival, Hopkinton -- This family-friendly event will be held at DCR's Hopkinton State Park, 268 Cedar Street, from 9:00 - 1:00pm. Angler Education Program volunteers will be on hand to help novices cast a line, learn about fish in our waters, safety, ethics, and fishing equipment. If you have fishing equipment, bring it along. A limited quantity of fishing equipment and bait will be available. Contact Jim Lagacy at at (508) 389-6309 or jim.lagacy@state.ma.us.
April 30 -- 5th Annual Westborough Fishing Challenge, Westborough -- The Fishing Challenge is part of Westborough's Spring Festival Weekend to which anyone may participate, learn or compete! The Westborough Fishing Challenge is being held at the Minuteman Park from 9am - 1pm where Angler Education volunteers will be on hand to help you or your family members cast a line, learn about fish in our waters, safety, ethics, and fishing equipment. If you have fishing equipment, bring it along. A limited quantity of fishing equipment and bait will be available. For more information about this fun event, contact Jim Lagacy at (508) 389-6309 or jim.lagacy@state.ma.us.
To receive MassWildlife News electronically, send an email to: Join-MassWildlife.news@listserv.state.ma.us Visit The Great Outdoors blog dedicated to Massachusetts outdoor activities, events, wildlife, state parks and local agriculture that features a calendar of Massachusetts outdoor events.
Make a wild investment in Massachusetts by buying a license or making a donation to the Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Fund or Wildlands Fund!
MassWildlife serves your community from the following Offices: Westborough Field Headquarters 508-389-6300
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March 29, 2011 -(Photo courtesy of Sullivan's Studio)
A team of 3rd grade students at the Woodward School in Southborough won
second place for the Elementary level (3rd through 5th grades) at the State
finals last Saturday (March 26) at the regional level of
Destination ImagiNation,
a nationwide competition that encourages students to experience creativity,
teamwork, and problem solving. Teams of up to seven children are tested to
think on their feet, work together, and devise solutions that satisfy the
requirements of the challenges. Every aspect of a team's solution is
determined and constructed by the children on the team, without adult
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Letter to the Editor
March 28, 2011
Subject: Westboro CSX Transflo Site
I am writing this letter as a concerned citizen. Behind the scenes, our high ranking state government officials appear to have negotiated a deal to place a hazardous materials transfer station right in the middle of “Great Cedar Swamp”. This places our drinking water aquifers at extreme risk.
What are they thinking? Great Cedar Swamp is an ACEC “Area of Critical Environmental Concern”. It is the source of drinking water for the towns all around Westboro, including Southborough, Hopkinton and Framingham.
All everyone is talking about is the expensive “risk free” site that CSX will build. Of course the State of Massachusetts gave them the money. Must be nice.
Here’s what I’m thinking. Maybe they can build a gazillion dollar spill free site right in the middle of our largest drinking water supply. But, what about the hundreds of hazardous material rigs that will be entering and exiting the site or the railcars moving around the CSX switchyard right in the middle of Great Cedar Aquifer? They all transport products with chemical names like; methylbenzene, monohydroxymethane and dimethylformaldehyde to name a few of CSX’s already mentioned “common products”.
Let’s not forget the Exxon Valdez and what it did to another pristine area called “Prince William Sound”. Everyone back in the 1980’s was so concerned about a TransAlaska Pipeline rupture. They forgot the fact that the risk to us all was multiplied tenfold every time a super tanker had to traverse Prince William Sound. We don’t need CSX treating us like Exxon treated Alaska.
I ask all citizens to get involved now with this serious issue, before it’s too late.
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News from the Recover Connection
The time for the Free-Confidential H.I.V Testing for this
Thursday, March 31st is from 10:00AM until 12:00PM. The Recovery Connection 31 Main Street Marlborough, MA 01752
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The Doctor Stone Award for Outstanding Public Health Service to the Southborough Community, 2011
The Southborough Board of Health is requesting letters of recommendation for individuals who have gone beyond the call of duty to make a significant contribution to the well being of our community. The recipient may be a parent, coach, student, teacher, town employee or any resident who provides outstanding community service to improve the health of our community.
Please send a letter at the Board of Health, 9 Cordaville
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Attention Dog Owners: Dog licenses expire March 31st. Please stop by the Town Clerk’s Office to License your dog for 2011.
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2011 Police Officer Exam The Human Resources Division (HRD) is accepting applications for the 2011 Police Officer exam to be held on April 30, 2011. The results of this exam will be used to establish a Police Officer eligibility list for: · the MBTA Transit Police and; · cities and towns that are covered by civil service law Application, fees and deadlines: · All applicants must read the detailed exam announcement before submitting their application · $150 fee; application must be received by April 1, 2011 Please note, applications WILL NOT be accepted after April 1, 2011. Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Division, Civil Service unit. |
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Sudbury Valley Trustees- SVT Memorial Blood Drive Wolbach Farm, Sudbury Wednesday June 1, 2:00-7:00PM
With a 56-day requirement between blood donations, now is the time to think about your next blood donation.
In memory of former SVT Director Eric Menoyo, come to Wolbach Farm to give the gift of life. Help SVT collect over 40 pints of blood. If you are a regular blood donor, mark your calendar for the SVT Memorial Blood Drive on Wednesday, June 1. American Red Cross criteria state that eligible donors may donate blood once every 56 days. If you recently gave blood, SVT’s upcoming Blood Drive could be your next donation. All eligible donors are welcome, whether or not you have recently donated blood. Signups are every fifteen minutes. Register early to get your preferred time slot. To register, call 1-800-RED-CROSS. For more details or questions please contact Michael Sanders, msanders@svtweb.org.
For additional information call SVT at 978-443-5588.
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Sudbury Valley Trustees Nibbling on Natives in Your Backyard and Beyond Wolbach Farm, Sudbury Tuesday, April 5, 7:00-9:00PM
Sudbury Valley Trustees presents Russ Cohen, expert forager and author of “Wild Plants I Have Known...and Eaten”. This spring as you ponder your home landscaping plan, you might consider recent trends to use more native species in your yard. Join Russ for a 90-minute slideshow entitled “Nibbling Natives in your Backyard and Beyond.” Russ will feature at least three dozen species of native edible wild plants suitable for your home landscape or nibbling on as you encounter them in other locales. Native species are quite useful for attracting and sustaining beneficial insects, plus many native species are edible by people too! Perhaps this additional incentive is all you need to add native species to your yard. Juneberries (Amelanchier spp.), for example, are equally edible by songbirds and people. The taste of the ripe fruit is like a cross between cherries and almonds. There are also several species of wonderful native nut trees. Russ’ favorite are Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) nuts, which taste like walnuts that have been lightly sprayed with maple syrup. Russ will explain how to process these and other native nuts and turn them into delicious baked goods. Russ will also show the keys to the identification of each species. You will also learn about the edible portions, seasons of availability and preparation methods, along with guidelines for safe and environmentally responsible foraging. For nearly four decades Russ has been foraging and teaching courses about wild edibles. Over the years, Russ and his wife Ellen have hosted "Harvest Parties" for their friends, for which they prepared several dozen dishes (appetizers, soups, salads, main courses, desserts, condiments, and hot and cold beverages), all utilizing wild ingredients. Following the lecture, sample a foraged goodie or two made from edible native species. Registration required. SVT Members: Free, Non-Members: $10 For additional information and registration, visit www.svtweb.org or call 978-443-5588.
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PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION CALLS FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR ANNUAL STATEWIDE PARK CLEAN-UPS This year’s Park Serve Day will be April 16 BOSTON – The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s (DCR) fifth annual Park Serve Day will be on Saturday, April 16, in state parks and beaches across the Commonwealth. Since 2007, thousands of volunteers have participated in dozens of projects each spring, including picking up litter along ocean beaches, clearing debris from hiking trails, painting benches, and planting trees and flowers at picnic areas. To sign up for Park Serve Day, and to see a list of all the projects (including any age restrictions) and get directions to the park of your choice, visit www.mass.gov/dcr/parkserve Last year, more than 4,000 volunteers worked in 69 parks across the state. By day’s end, those volunteers had planted 81,823 flowers, shrubs, and trees and collected more than 52tons of trash. “For anyone who enjoys riding their bike, reading in a beach chair on the sand, or hiking in one of Massachusetts’ state parks, Park Serve Day is a chance to give back,” said Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Richard K. Sullivan Jr. “We encourage park enthusiasts of all ages to help the staff at DCR make these parks sparkle in time for spring.” Park Serve Day is intended to supplement DCR’s own work to improve conditions at park facilities for the coming season. The agency’s efforts include improving curb appeal of the parks with mowing, cleaning, and weed control, and posting public maintenance schedules for each park, beach, and parkway. The maintenance schedules include tasks such as mowing, weeding, picking up litter, cleaning the beaches and restrooms, and inspecting playgrounds. The overwhelming response to Park Serve Day illustrates how greatly Massachusetts residents value their state parks and are willing to join in the shared stewardship of these important natural, cultural, and recreational resources. “We all have a role to play in preserving and enhancing our forests and parks,” said DCR Commissioner Ed Lambert. “We welcome everyone to come out and play that role on April 16.” |
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Art Show
March 27, 2011 - The Southborough Art Center held their opening reception for the annual juried art show. Times for viewing are self-guided Monday - Friday 9am to 4pm and Saturday and Sunday 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
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Young Racers
March 27, 2011 - Racers crowded the Finn cafeteria on a cold windy March morning yesterday in preparation for the annual Finn March Madness race. |
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“NOT MY KID: A Personal Story”
Straight talk! Hear a real story from a family affected by teen substance abuse. You will gain insight into how substance abuse impacts a family and the drug issues facing our teens today.
Thursday, April 7th
Algonquin Regional High School Auditorium 7:00 p.m.
Nick Levine: His personal story of going from a high school standout to college drug drop out, how easily it can happen and what can be done to get back on track. Mr. and Mrs. Levine: What parents face when their kid takes the wrong turn and how to continue to stand by them through the difficult times. Detectives Brian Griffin and Jeff Noel, Northborough Police Department: Current trends in our communities, what parents should be looking for, and what resources are available. JUNIORS and/or JUNIOR PARENTS ATTENDING THE PROGRAM WILL RECEIVE $10 OFF THE PROM TICKET (ARHS Students or their parents of other grades who are attending the prom will also receive $10 off if they attend this program) ***All Students who attend will be entered into a raffle for a multitude of prizes****
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Get into the beach body you want by taking yoga and
pilates from Every Body Balance right here in Southborough. Relaxed
but professional attention in a variety of classes and offered at various
times and dates. Group lessons, personal lessons offered.
Unwind with their candle light yoga class. Give Kelly a call now to
begin your program. By Phone |
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Framingham Union Aid Association at Metrowest Medical Center
They have an April Calendar raffle starting April 1 thru
April 30 with either 1 or 2 prizes drawn daily. Tickets are $10 each and
your name is in there for all drawings for the whole month. If you win, your
name goes back in! There are about 60 prizes and most of them are $50
or more. They include:
Tickets can be purchased by mail. Make check out to FUAA for
each Betsy Swartz Framingham Union Aid Association, Inc. 115 Lincoln Street Framingham, MA 01702 Call 508-481-1222 for more information |
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Alexander W. "Alex" Lansberg,
94, of Sarasota, formerly of South Chatham, Mass. and Southborough, Mass.
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Southborough meeting March 28 to April 1, 2010
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Southborough Library website: Click here
Children’s Book Author to Visit Library,
Tuesday, March 29 at 3:45 p.m. 
Children’s book author Kevin Markey will
be at the Southborough Library on Tuesday, March 29 at 3:45 pm to read and
sign copies of his new book, Wing Ding. Mr. Markey is also the author of two
other books for elementary school age children, Slumpbusters and Wall Ball.
All three titles are about a boys’ baseball team and combine humor with the
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Senior Center Activities
Click here for the Senior Center Website Support Our Senior Centers:
Stop on in and get your "Senior Centers Bumper Sticker" |
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Sports and Recreation ARHS Sports Photos by Chris Wraight www.thawkspix.com |
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SOUTHBOROUGH
– Southborough Public Library will host a young, fresh voice in the
Spoken Word genre of poetry when award-winning, jazz-inspired poet Regie
Gibson visits the Library on Thursday night, April 7, for a poetry reading
and performance in the library’ s main reading room, starting at 6:00 p.m.
Recreation
Report April, 2011
Saturday,
April 16, 11:00am-1:00pm
The
Woodville Rod and Gun Club is having its Annual Trout Derby on Lake
Whitehall on Saturday, April 16. The entry fee is $20.00. For more
information including an entry form go to
Registration/refund
deadline is April 8, 2011. Registration is handled on a first come, first
serve basis. Sorry, but we do not accept credit cards or register
participants by phone or fax. 
Come
one; come all to the First Community Church of Southborough's Spaghetti
Supper. Sponsored by the Board of Trustees, it will be held on Saturday,
April 9 at 6:00 PM.
