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Archived Page 62 July 13, - July 19, 2008 |
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Wait'n for the hit
July 19, 2008 - A Recreation camper from the Baseball clinic takes a swing at an incoming ball. |
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Flag Football Camp
July 19, 2008 - Campers take off trying to capture the flag. |
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Gulbankian Farms Garden Center and Florist Shop
July 19, 2008 - Gas prices keeping you home locally. Why not relax, take a break and pamper your yard and home with flowers and plantings from Gulbankian Farms Garden Center and Florist Shop. Conveniently located at 40 Mt. Vickery Road at the intersection with Route 85 and directly across from the Southborough Post Office. Flowers make everyone happy so why not beautify your yard with flowers and plants from Gulbankian's. A Southborough News Advertiser.
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Beating the Heat
July 18, 2008 - Campers and Counselors get wet to beat today's heat at the Southborough Recreation Camp program at Finn School. |
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Baseball Clinic
July 18, 2008 - Players line up for a photo during the Southborough Recreation Baseball clinic held at Finn School. The instructors are from the Baseball Coaches Academy in Ashland. The youth were taught the mechanics of hitting, throwing, infield and outfield play, pitching and game competition. |
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Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, I’m curious why some of the street name signs in town have not been replaced while most others have. The new signs (brown with white lettering) look great and are easy to read, but some of the old ones remain unchanged. In particular, the one at the end of my street (at the intersection of Main Street) is of the old variety, yet the other end of the street has been updated. I probably would know most of the streets even if they didn’t have signs, but it’s more the esthetics that concern me. Peter Falconi, Southborough |
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Not a Bee and Not a Hummingbird
July 18, 2008 - A "Hummingbird Moth" checks out the flowers at Gulbankian's today. Hummingbird Moths are part of the clearwing sphinx moth family. |
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July 18, 2008 - If you are looking to buy or rent in Southborough, Lorraine Estella of Realty Executives has several options available. Click here for her website of listings. Currently she has listed the following condo in Southborough. It is an 8 room, 3 1/2 bath with master bedroom/bath, one other bedroom, 9'ceilings with crown moldings, California Closets, wired for surround sound, cherry kitchen cabinets with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Beautiful views from your deck.
Southborough Real Estate Transfers brought to you by Lorraine Estella of Realty Executives A Southborough News Advertiser.
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As High as an Elephant's Ear
July 18, 2008 - Corn grows tall at the Community Gardens. |
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Sen. Resor Votes to Pass Milestone Biofuels Incentive for Massachusetts
New biodiesel alternatives and tax exemptions promote clean-energy future
(Boston, MA) – The Senate on Thursday approved a landmark biofuels initiative that will promote clean-fuel production, create thousands of new jobs and dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
“Advanced biofuels technology is a young, burgeoning industry which may one day redefine fuel use in our nation,” said Senator Pamela Resor (D-Acton), a leading proponent of the bill. “Here in the Commonwealth, one of our greatest assets is our intellectual capital and capacity for research and development. With this legislation, we are aiming to encourage a biofuels sector in the Massachusetts economy that will reduce carbon emissions, maintain high environment standards, avoid negative impacts on the global food market and international land use, and make us more energy independent.”
The legislation will make Massachusetts the first state in the nation to exempt cellulosic ethanol – a natural, next-generation fuel substitute – from the state gasoline excise tax to spur research and development and establish its future use in transportation and heating fuels.
Senate President Therese Murray (D-Plymouth) said this highly-anticipated legislation will solidify the Commonwealth’s position as a leading producer of clean-energy fuel alternatives and spur new economic activity in the forestry and agricultural industries.
“With all-time high crude oil prices hovering around $140 per barrel, this initiative ensures that Massachusetts is firmly set on a transitional course from fossil fuels to clean energy products,” President Murray said. “Cellulosic ethanol represents an exciting opportunity to replace gasoline, and even corn-based ethanol, with locally-grown fuel to power vehicles on the road in Massachusetts.”
Cellulosic ethanol can be produced from plentiful homegrown agricultural sources, including wood chips and other forest waste, algae and cranberries. The initiative has the potential to add 3,000 jobs to the clean-energy industry and increase state revenues by $320 million if in-state cellulosic ethanol production meets 25 percent of the ethanol demand for fuel.
The legislation requires that diesel and heating fuels sold in the Commonwealth contain at least two percent cellulosic ethanol by July 1, 2010 and increases annually to five percent by July 1, 2013. With this introduction of cellulosic ethanol into the market, approximately 14 million gallons of cellulosic ethanol will be sold by 2013.
“The only thing that costs more than energy these days is doing nothing to solve the problem,” said State Senator Benjamin B. Downing (D-Pittsfield). “Advanced biofuels are good for our economy and our environment. Today the Senate makes sure that Massachusetts not only benefits from clean air and water, but we benefit in jobs and sustainable energy sources.”
The implementation of new industry mandates, including a requirement for biofuels to yield at least a 50 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional petroleum, will help build the Commonwealth’s emerging biofuel refinery and distribution sector. The changes will also result in fewer air pollutants that contribute to such conditions as asthma, lung cancer and other respiratory diseases.
The legislation also establishes a low-carbon fuel standard that sets limits on greenhouse gas emissions without requiring the use of specific fuels or technology. This standard will encourage the development of a variety of alternative fuel sources and allow the market to choose sources at the lowest cost.
“Massachusetts has the obligation and the ability to lead the nation in revolutionizing the way we fuel our motor vehicles,” said Senator Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester). “Moving toward biofuels is important for our economy, our environment and our future.”
This bill will now go to the House of Representatives for further action. |
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Who?
July 17, 2008 - A Great Horned Owl chatters during a wildlife presentation at the Blackstone Valley Celtic Festival. |
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Ready to Pick
July 17, 2008 - A harvest of tomatoes await the urban gardener. |
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Eyesore or wildlife benefit
July 17, 2008 - This dead pine in the Sudbury Reservoir just off route 85 causeway appears to be a dead ugly tree to many that travel by it each day. The tree was felled by natural causes a few years ago but it has served a variety of wildlife. It is used by fish for cover, birds eating insects, turtles resting on it and other wildlife purposes. It's just being recycled by nature. |
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At-large volunteer position available on the Southborough Zoning Advisory Committee
Following the adoption of the Master Plan, this nine-member committee will work under the Planning Board and with a professional planning consultant to craft revisions to the Southborough Zoning Bylaw and Subdivision Rules and Regulations. It is anticipated that this ad hoc committee will meet monthly for a minimum of one year and will also participate in public sessions, public hearings, and Town Meeting. Letters of interest for the remaining seat on this committee should be submitted to the Board of Selectmen no later than 4:00 p.m. on July 24th. |
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New Trim for the Senior Center
July 17, 2008 - Workers from the Southborough Facilities department work on replacing the trim work at 9 Cordaville Hall. |
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Domestic and Sexual Violence Hurts Everyone These cutouts represent the eight Worcester County residents that were killed in domestic violence in 2007. State wide in 2007 there were 29 women, 8 men and 5 children killed through domestic violence. The Southborough Police Department offers assistance to those that have or are being abused or are in fear of such.
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Library Songs
July 16, 2008 - Parents and young library patrons get into the act as David Polansky plays his music and has participants performing to his songs. |
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 July 16, 2008 - The Southborough Board of Health has moved from the Southborough Town House to the bottom portion of 9 Cordaville Hall, the Senior Center. To access the Board of Health use the back entrance at the back parking lot. Below, the Board of Health hold their monthly meeting in their new location.
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Vigil Against Family Violence
July 16, 2008 - A display representing the eight woman who in 2007 were killed during domestic violence in Worcester County stands at the intersection of Route 85 and 30. |
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Another Nature Sunset
July 15, 2008 - Folks were treated to an awesome sunset of colors last night. Above the Sudbury Reservoir off White Bagley Road and Below sunset from Breakneck Hill Conservation Area with a cow.
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Dr. Brett Bechtel
July 15, 2008 - Dr. Brett Bechtel on his first Lifeflight run to Kentucky. Brett started as a call EMT with SFD while still in high school at Algonquin. He is now in his second year of emergency medicine residency at Vanderbilt University in Nashville Tennessee. If you have a photo of a Southborough resident that you think should be on the Southborough News please send it to editor@southboroughnews.com |
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 Click the photo to take you to the Updated Library webpage with photos from Fourth of July parade, Sparkles the Fire Safety Dog and Mark Binder wild summer stories. |
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July 15, 2008 - Spruce up your yard and home by purchasing plants, flowers or unique gifts at Gulbankian Farms Garden Center and Florist Shop. |
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Shades of Daktari
July 14, 2008 - Looking so real this elephant marches through a Southborough neighborhood. |
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Southborough meetings July 14 - July 18, 2008
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Senior Center Schedule
Senior Notes August 5 - 4:00 PM Summer BBQ, $5.00 suggested donation, Entertainment by the Senior Class, Burgers/dogs/ribs by Tasty Home Cookin Catering. August 22, - leave Senior center at 9:00 AM Cape Cod Mini-bus trip, $30 Summer Activities at Colonial Gardens open to all - Air conditioned Community Room Origami, Chair Exercise, Jewelry Making - presented by Marlborough Hills, Fall Floral Arrangements presented by Marlborough Hills (sign up at Senior Center 508-229-4453) for Origami, Jewelry and Fall Floral classes. all programs free of charge. |
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Southborough Library Schedule
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Nightlites
July 14, 2008 Pilgrim Church bathed in lighting from its steeple and parking lot lights at the Town House. |
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Cold Lemonade
July 13, 2008 - Mark pours a glass of lemonade for a customer. Mark will periodically this summer be working at his stand at the intersection of Mt. Vickery and Breakneck Hill Roads. His mission is to earn some funds to be earmarked for his future college expenses. |
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Bocce Court building
July 13, 2008 - Leo and son Nicholas work on building the sections that will be needed to complete the new bocce court at the Southborough Senior Center. Leo has also donated a large screen television to the Senior center and is very active in supporting the Southborough Senior center need whether at meetings, donations or working around the center.
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Blackstone Valley Celtic Festival
July 13, 2008 - The sixth annual Blackstone Valley Celtic Festival was held at Indian Ranch in Webster yesterday. Large crowds strolled through Irish and Scot vendor tents, listened to Irish/Celtic music by The Makem and Spain Brothers, Fiddler 3, Poor Angus, Allison Barber, Charlie Zahm, Stonecross and Jug'O Punch. Crowds were also entertained by the Men in Kilts contest and the O'Shea-Chapin Dance Company.
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Check out the Southborough Library
July 13, 2008 - Join the summer reading program "Read in the Wildest Places" and register for special programs throughout the summer at the Library. |
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Working Hard
July 13, 2008 - Jess picks up a load of tennis balls after assisting Tennis instructor Jeff Beane. |
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Night time is Moth time
July 13, 2008 - A Polyphemus moth lands on a log under an outside light. This moth is part of the giant silk moth family. A bit hidden are colorful purplish spots on the hind wings. This moth gets its name from the Greek myth of Cyclops. |
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Nature swirls her paints last Night
July 13, 2008 - Swirling clouds pick up the last rays of the setting sun last night. |
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