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Shrewsbury students sending more applications than ever communityadvocate.com/news/r…

Record number of college applications sent by Shrewsbury High School students in 2026

Approximately 80 percent of Class of 2026 students went to a 4-year college (204 students went to public schools, while 188 went private) after graduation, while 15 percent enrolled in a 2-year...

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Algonquin goes one-two at championship! communityadvocate.com/news/a…

Algonquin’s Green and McManus atop the Mid-Wach after league championship cross-country meet

On October 24, the Algonquin senior co-captains finished first and second overall, with times of 15:55.9 and 16:01, respectively, at the Mid-Wach A cross-country championship meet at Ghiloni Park.

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Thank you, chief! communityadvocate.com/hudson…

‘I’m looking forward to this next chapter’: Hudson FD chief Desautels to retire in January

Fire Chief Jamie Desautels will retire effective January 10 after about three years in Hudson and almost four decades in the firefighting profession. He is recommending that Deputy Chief Brian...

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Grafton says 'no' to data centers. communityadvocate.com/grafto…

Grafton votes for blanket ban of data centers at Town Meeting

During Town Meeting on October 19, Grafton residents voted, 114-12, to approve an article that disallows data centers across all zoning districts. On September 28, the Planning Board unanimously...

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Congratulations to this week's Castinetti Realty Group Hometown Helper! communityadvocate.com/news/c…

Castinetti Realty Group Hometown Helper: Bernice Gero, animal advocate

For the past 11 years, Bernice Gero has dedicated countless hours to helping lost animals find their way home. As a Director of Missing Dogs Massachusetts, she serves communities throughout

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New construction planned for Westborough communityadvocate.com/news/p…

Plans for new warehouse before Westborough Planning Board: See where it may be constructed

An 80,000-square-foot warehouse is proposed for 2300 West Park Drive, an area of Westborough off Flanders Road. According to the application, the 9.4-acre site would receive “associated site improv...

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'It's a dogfight out there': Shrewsbury football shows toughness to defeat Algonquin @evanjrwalsh @ColonialsAD @ShrewsburyFB communityadvocate.com/news/i…

'It's a dogfight out there': Shrewsbury football shows toughness to defeat Algonquin

Everything was normal to start the game. Shrewsbury returned the kick to the 25-yard line. Senior quarterback Parker Kauffman took the contest's first snap, and pitched the ball to senior halfback...

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A new school in Westborough! 😁 communityadvocate.com/educat…

‘Set up for children to be successful’: Meadows Montessori excited to open in Westborough

There is a moment, during morning drop-off, that Janet Gelcich treasures above all others. Coats are being unzipped, children are arriving excited for school, and the day is just getting underway....

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Larry Pratte and Parker Kauffman chat postgame after Shrewsbury’s 27-18 win against Algonquin tonight. The Colonials double-passed their way past the Titans! @ColonialsAD @ShrewsburyFB
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The pride of Marlborough! communityadvocate.com/educat…

Marlborough High School Marching Band has long tradition of musical excellence

Dressed in traditional black-and-orange colors and wearing coats, vests, bib pants, gauntlets, berets, and gloves, the 60-member Marlborough High School Marching Band has a proud tradition of looking...

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Coaches and teammates say Yuki Wong is among the best people they've ever met: 'A fantastic human being' communityadvocate.com/grafto…

Yuki Wong a selfless leader for Grafton field hockey: 'A fantastic human being'

In her four years with the Grafton field hockey program, senior Yuki Wong has hardly scored. There have been stretches this season where she hasn’t seen the field. Division 1 coaches aren’t banging...

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Have you seen this elementary school's secret staircase? communityadvocate.com/news/c…

Coolidge Elementary School's hidden staircase evokes Shrewsbury memories from decades past

A piece of the Shrewsbury history that very few people even knew existed came to light recently. The underside of a staircase at Calvin Coolidge Elementary School – which is only accessible through a...

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Popular pizza spot opens second location in Marlborough! communityadvocate.com/busine…

'Come and give us a try': A favorite Watertown pizza spot now open in Marlborough

Stella’s Pizza, a Watertown institution, was up for sale. Martayan bought the iconic spot and never looked back. Three months ago, he opened a second location in Marlborough at 636 Boston Post Road,...

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A year ago, this Hudson student-athlete was not a good golfer. That changed this summer after nonstop practice. @HHSHawksAD communityadvocate.com/hudson…

From JV to captain: Through relentless practice, Hudson senior transforms his golf game in one year

A baseball player by trade – he sported a 5-2 pitching record and a .281 batting average on the varsity team last year – Finocchario had only dabbled in golf and had never played on an organized team.

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New fire chief feeling welcomed by Northborough! communityadvocate.com/news/n…

New Northborough fire chief says he has felt ‘truly welcomed’ by town officials, community

“I wanted to step out of my comfort zone,” Darling said. “Northborough is a great fit. It’s similar to Franklin – a residential community with a bunch of commercial-residential. It’s got a rail line,...

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Apna Bazar is now open in Shrewsbury! communityadvocate.com/busine…

North America’s largest South Asian supermarket officially opens in Shrewsbury: See inside

The largest South Asian supermarket in North America opened at 539-571 Boston Turnpike in Shrewsbury. The 70,000-square-foot grocer – which has over 100,000 products inside – held a ribbon-cutting...

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UniBank helping local nonprofits! communityadvocate.com/busine…

‘Our mission in action’: UniBank supporting nonprofits as part of new initiative

As the former Worcester City Manager and secretary of the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, UniBank CEO Ed Augustus has seen first-hand the importance of charitable and nonprofit...

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A new addition to Route 20? communityadvocate.com/busine…

New auto shop planned for Route 20 in Shrewsbury

Fortitude & Providence LLC, the applicant, is hoping to build an 8,400-square-foot auto shop at 60 Clews Street. The plans include 14 vehicle parking spaces, and the box-shaped building could...

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Congratulations to the Athlete of the Week! communityadvocate.com/news/c…

Community Advocate Athlete of the Week: Connor Flaherty, Algonquin golf

Algonquin Regional High School senior Connor Flaherty is a two-sport athlete who has served as golf team captain and plays on the baseball team. After the golf team started 5-8, he played a big part...

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A sophomore's first varsity goal lifts Grafton! communityadvocate.com/grafto…

Sienna Nicholson's first varsity goal is the difference as Grafton girls' soccer bests Longmeadow

“It was a great look. Callie and I made eye contact, and she sent me a perfect pass,” said Nicholson. “The timing was great, and it was a perfect ball. I noticed the defender was in front of me, so I...

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