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Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July Weekend
July 4, 2008 - The Southborough News wishes all of our readers a safe and fun holiday weekend. Drive safe. (The flag on the Sudbury Reservoir Island has once again been raised anew. Each year a new flag arrives on the island in a long held townie secrecy. Although rumors abound about who is responsible, many in town still do not know who paddles out to put the flag up. |
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Annemarie's Dance Centre Established in 1978 Quality instruction with a caring touch for all ages and abilities 111 Cherry Street, Ashland, MA 01721 (508) 881 -5109 Sign up is now going on for the 2008 -2009 year. Classes fill fast so call to make sure you get the class you want. Don't forget Annemarie's Dance Centre also provides a summer program. With so many of the reality television shows featuring dancing such as Dancing with the Stars and So You Think you Can Dance, dance classes around the country are filling their lessons. Conveniently located near Southborough. Give Annemarie's Dance Centre a call to register for dance lessons.
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Sparkles and Firefighter John
July 4, 2008 - Southborough Firefighter, John Tommaney brought his child to the book reading of Sparkles the Fire Safety Dog. Author Dayna Hilton asked John if he had his gear with him which he did. John and Dayna show all the youngsters what firefighters wear to protect themselves while fighting fires. |
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Wrong Holiday
July 4, 2008 - A Turkey comes out to rest in a backyard this week. Probably thinks its safe since it's only the 4th of July this week. |
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Pepper
July 4, 2008 - It seems that this year it appears the growing season has vegetables and flowers taking off in growth spurts. |
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contributed photo - Ed Beauchemin waiting his
turn at bat. The Iron Workers Local #7 visited the Gray Sox in Wayland and split their two games winning the first 8 to 4 and lost the rain shortened game 10 – 7. The Local #7 offense was led by Dennis Naylor and Mike Otenti both going 5 for 6. Defensive gem Tom Hall continued his hot play in left field running down fly balls and throwing out 2 more runners at home and 3rd. The Friends of the Marlborough Seniors softball team enjoyed their best week of the season, so far, winning all 4 games. They took 2 from the Scituate Seniors winning both games 11-10 and 13 - 4 The batting stars, for the day, were Emory Payne who was 3 for 5 and Larry Kron who was 2 for 3 with two walks. The Friends then took on the Gray Sox “Bees and split their double header winning the first game 16 – 12 and winning the 2nd game 11 – 6. Marlboro offense was led by Don Armstrong going 5 for 5 and Bob Biggar 5 for 7 and Ed Beauchemin 4 for 6. Team Record are the Friends of the Marlboro Seniors is 6 and 12 and the Iron Workers Union Local #7 is 14 and 6.
Contributed photo - Ron Salamon manager of the
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Lilies are Out
July 3, 2008 - Roadsides and yards are glowing with orange as the lilies blossom. |
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Sparkles Visits the Southborough Library
July 3, 2008 - Fans of Sparkles the Fire Safety Dog, are read a preview of author Dayna Hilton's draft book on Sparkle Goes to Boston. The book will feature firefighters and scenes from Southborough. It is scheduled to come out early next year. |
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And Yet another Storm
July 3, 2008 - The forces of Nature made sure that we got our daily storm in this afternoon. Alarms went off at Fay School and there was a wire touching tree limbs at East Main and Overlook Drive. No major damages were reported. Above photo taken from Fitzgerald's parking lot before the storm. Below photo taken near Fay School, Main Street after the storm.
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 MBTA CUSTOMER SERVICE NOTICE JULY 4, 2008 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE All commuter trains will operate on a Saturday Schedule, and no fares will be collected after 10:30PM. The following trains will be held for passengers enjoying the fireworks:
Further information on holiday service may be obtained by visiting the MBTA website: www.mbta.comThank you for riding the commuter rail. Customer Services Massachusetts Bay Commuter Rail Operating the Commuter Rail on behalf of the MBTA |
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July 2, 2008 Storms over Southborough We've had a blast of Thundershowers and thunderstorms over the past several weeks. This afternoon Cordaville and Southville portions of town witnessed some good-sized hail falling to the ground.
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Celebrating the 4th (just a wee bit early)
July 2, 2008 - Children line up inside the Southborough Library to pick out their 4th of July hats, flags, necklaces and noisemakers. The Library fourth of July parade has been a tradition in town for many, many years.
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Get your car fueled, fluids checked and then wash your vehicle for the
big holiday
July 2, 2008 - Easily accessible and convenient Southborough Auto Tech and Choice Car Wash. A family owned business the care for you and your car. Southborough Auto Tech is located at 145 Boston Road (route 30 ), Southborough. Choice Car Wash is located at the other end of the plaza. Both Southborough News Advertisers. Please support our advertisers.
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 Looking for a Fireworks show click this WBZ tv Link on where to see them |
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A Few More Shots from Saturday's Fire Drill
July 2, 2008 - Firefighter PJ Phaneuf checks Southborough Lieutenant Jim Peltier's air pack before going back into the burn building. Below photo - Southborough Fire Chaplin and St. Mark's priest gets a few pointers from fire instructor Joseph Nedder, Jr.
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Resor Announces Massachusetts Energy Policy Reform
“I am very pleased that this bill includes provisions from one of my own bills, the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative bill,” said Sen. Resor. “This bill codifies our participation in RGGI and positions us at the forefront of any future national cap-and-trade program.” The Green Communities Act emphasizes “Efficiency First Energy Procurement” and requires distribution companies to consider all available energy resources when purchasing power. The bill also mandates that the state’s electric companies purchase the most cost-effective and stable resources, with the goal of procuring all cost-effective energy efficiency and conservation before turning to a more expensive supply from traditional sources. “With the cost of energy skyrocketing, it is critical that the Commonwealth’s energy policies prioritize energy efficiency while encouraging the development of alternative fuels, other emerging technologies and alternative methods of energy service, such as net metering,” Senate President Therese Murray (D-Plymouth) said. “This legislation takes those necessary steps.” Specifically for cities and towns, the legislation directs the Department of Energy Resources’ new Division of Green Communities to establish a green communities program. This will give cities and towns the opportunity to take advantage of loans and grants provided by the state to finance the cost of energy efficiency improvements and renewable and alternative energy projects. “It is becoming increasingly evident that we must take the necessary steps of moving ourselves toward greater energy independence,” said Senator Michael W. Morrissey (D-Quincy), Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. “Renewable energy and energy efficiency must be at the forefront in order to meet our goals. The bill provides various incentives and assistance for new renewable energy development and continued support of our existing renewable and alternative energy facilities and programs.” The bill also revamps the existing Massachusetts Renewable Energy Trust Fund, housed within the Massachusetts Technology Park Collaborative. The Fund, still under the direction of the Collaborative, will now be directly overseen and administered by a governing board, chaired by the Commissioner of the Department of Energy Resources. The new board will be required to ensure that funds will be used to generate the maximum economic and environmental benefits from renewable energy to the ratepayers of the Commonwealth. This will be achieved through initiatives which utilize the advantages of renewable energy in a more competitive energy marketplace. Furthermore, the legislation establishes the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Auction Trust Fund, consisting of funds recovered through carbon dioxide allowance auctions. In January 2007, Massachusetts joined the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, a cooperative effort by Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states to reduce carbon dioxide emission. Funds from these auctions, deposited into the trust, will be used for projects like the green communities program and the promotion of energy efficiency, conservation and demand response. Another important initiative within the bill amends the current renewable energy portfolio standard and creates a second tier to assist our region’s existing renewable resources while we continue to promote new renewable energy to come online. Class I eligible technologies will include new and incremental renewable generation while the second tier, Class II, is created to include existing renewable generation. The Green Communities Act also: • Directs the state to replace state-owned and operated vehicles with more fuel-efficient vehicles; • Directs the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs to establish a program whereby homeowners or tenants can purchase renewable energy products for the home with no up-front payment, and pay them off monthly on their utility bill; • Establishes a five-year pilot program, requiring distribution companies to enter into cost-effective renewable energy contracts, over 10 to 15 years, to help eliminate a barrier in the financing of renewable energy generation in the Commonwealth; • Codifies the Office of the Ratepayer Advocate under the Attorney General to intervene in proceedings on behalf of Massachusetts ratepayers; • Encourages net metering to promote on-site generation through financial incentives; • Establishes a commission to examine the environmental and economic impact of instituting a green building plan for the Commonwealth. The Legislation now awaits final approval in the House of Representatives. |
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Bucolic Southborough
July 1, 2008 - The Oreo cows seek shade in the background while in the foreground the community gardens continue to blossom. |
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Southborough Library celebrates the 4th of July With a parade beginning at the Southborough Library a at 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 2, 2008 |
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Like the March of the Penguins
July 1, 2008 - Off Duty firefighter Dana Amendola leads a group of youngsters through the fire station. The children were about to become part of the book for Sparkles Goes To Boston which should be out in early 2009. Author Dayna Hilton and Sparkles will be at the PJ Storytime Thursday at 7:00 PM at the Southborough Library. |
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Water Lilies are out
July 1, 2008 - In many of the reservoir coves and shorelines one can find numerous lily pads. |
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Take me for a Walk
July 1, 2008 - Hunter is ready for his walk. |
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Another day of Storms
July 1, 2008 - It seems as though each day this summer we have seen one or two thunderstorms roll through the area. |
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Flyover
June 30, 2008 - The Direct TV blimp flew over parts of Southborough this afternoon. |
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Story Time
June 30, 2008 - Lieutenant Peltier speaks to a group of youngsters about firefighting. Dayna Hilton author of Sparkles (shown here) the Fire Safety Dog are writing their new book adventure Sparkles Goes to Boston. Many of the photos and stories will center on Southborough firefighters and scenes. If you would love to meet Sparkles and Dayna they will be at the Southborough Library Thursday July 3, 2008 for the PJ Story time. Come on out to see Sparkles before she has to leave Southborough. For more information on Sparkles the Fire Safety Dog click here for the blog and here for Sparkles website.
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**IMPORTANT NOTICE**
BREAKNECK HILL CONSERVATION LAND PUBLIC NOTICE OF HERBICIDE APPLICATION As part of the Breakneck Hill Conservation Land ongoing restoration project, we will be doing some spot spraying of herbicide on a few selected areas on Tuesday, July 1, 2008. The trails will be closed for 2 days only, and will reopen on Thursday, July 3, 2008. We are again using Northern Tree as our contractor. Their staff is specially trained and licensed to apply herbicides and to work within environmentally sensitive areas. The spot spraying will help to eradicate some of the invasive species such as poison ivy and bittersweet. Within 48 hours following the herbicide application, the trails will be completely safe for public use. The herbicide will have no adverse affects to the Community Gardens which will remain open and accessible during the treatment. The restoration project is a joint effort among the Breakneck Hill Cow Fund (BHCF), the Southborough Stewardship Committee, and the Southborough Conservation Commission and is being made possible through a grant awarded to the BHCF from the USDA, Community Preservation Act funds, the Town of Southborough, and the generosity of residents of the Town. The ultimate goal of the project is to increase biodiversity and create hay fields, grasslands, shrublands, and meadows. If you have questions, please contact Beth Rosenblum at the Southborough Conservation Commission office at 508-485-0710 ext. 3024. A copy of the Material Safety and Data Sheet (MSDS) is available at the Conservation office. Breakneck Hill Cow Fund Southborough Stewardship Committee Southborough Conservation Commission |
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 Southborough's Youth & Family Camp still has some places available! For more infomation please call 508 481 5676 and see our flyer below.
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Rehab
June 30, 2008 - Firefighters that have just come out of the burn building rehab. |
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Southborough Library Schedule Tuesday July 2, 2008 11:00 AM July 4th parade @ the Library & Thursday July 3, 2008 7:00 PM PJ Story Time Sparkles the Fire Safety Dog and Author Dayna Hilton book signing |
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Southborough meetings June 30 - July 4, 2008
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Senior Center Schedule
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Storm Clouds over Southborough
June 29, 2008 - Angry storm clouds skirt just overhead and to the west of Southborough earlier this afternoon. Photo is the Flagpole, St. Mark's Church, Southborough Town House and Pilgrim Church. |
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Still Waiting
June 29, 2008 - A Killdeer still awaits the hatching of the eggs. Photo was taken with a telephoto lens so as not to upset the bird. |
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Southborough Fire Department Training Drill
June 29, 2008 - Southborough, Northborough and Berlin Firefighters drilled yesterday in RIT (rapid intervention team) rescues at the Milford Fire training complex. Above photo - straw bales are lit to produce heat and smoke presenting real conditions that firefighters may encounter in rescue of a fallen firefighter. Below photo - Firefighters ascend the Northborough ladder truck and then descend a ladder to the third floor of the training building. Smoke begins to rise from burning straw and pallets. Firefighters were training to locate "downed firefighters" on any of the three floors. Obstacles inside the building along the stairs that could be encountered in a building also were positioned for firefighters to negotiate through.
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CERT
June 29, 2008 - CERT saw its first official deployment at yesterdays fire drill in Milford, MA. Members set up rehab tents with chairs, shelter from the sun and water. They also assisted firefighters with taking off the Scott air packs and bunker coats. above photo - CERT (Community Emergency Response Teams) members assist firefighters that have just come out of the training in getting their gear off and getting them water. The hot conditions within the building, the weight of their firefighting gear and the hot humid day had firefighters thankful for the efforts of CERT team members. CERT is new to Southborough. Members are being trained in a variety of different roles to assist the town in the event of emergencies requiring extra trained hands such as traffic, flu vaccine clinics and natural disasters. CERT is also combined with the MRC (the Medical Reserve Corps). For more information on CERT click here.
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