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Vol. 46 | No. 23 | June 5, 2020

Standing up for wildlife Local wildlife rehabilitator seeks funding to help rescue animals

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(l to r) Donna Kittredge, co-president, Westborough Food Pantry; Terry Gavin, In Your Shoes; State Sen. Jamie Eldridge; and members of the Hogan family pose for a photo on the pantry’s lawn with some of the over 6,000 pounds of food and items collected.

Town rallies over hunger Jessica Zorge (l) with Amanda Szucsik rescuing the swan

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SHREWSBURY - Shrewsbury native Jessica Zorge is a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. It’s her passion. She is part of a group of rehabilitators that are on call to help when needed in rescuing a variety of species. Zorge is also a licensed raptor educator and works for Charles River Laboratories in Shrewsbury. She was recently called upon to help rescue a swan with an embedded fish hook found in a pond in Fram-

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Letters to the Editor City should refuse requested changes to allow for proposed McGee development To the Editor: I ask that the City of Marlborough refuse to allow special permitting, leeway, allowances or zoning changes for a proposed development at the McGee Veterinary Farm at 339 Boston Post Road. The plan includes a 4-story, 4-bldg 188 multi-generational apartment unit, with several parking lots. That area of the city is becoming a blighted area, with the cube storage building, the Shell station, and the over-crowded parking lot from Garden Remedies. Adding a towering complex with several large areas of concrete further degrades the look and feel of our city as you leave the serene landscape of Sudbury. Additionally, that many units could bring hundreds of schoolaged children to further burden our school system. As the new

elementary school goes live, will we need to immediately begin the search for another? Will the MSBA be willing to help again so quickly, or will it be solely up to taxpayers? What about the strain on fire, police and DPW personnel and equipment? The additional traffic on Route 20 will turn what is a painful commute into a parking lot, forcing most to deviate to back roads to and from Waltham and Boston. There doesn’t seem to be much in the way of value-added to the city with loosening the floodgates and granting a plethora of special permits. And speaking of floodgates, much of that property is currently wetlands, a brook and a pond. To build that design, they would have to be filled and relocated. If I were an abutter, I would be very concerned about the new higher water table in my own basement. The City Engineer recommended extensive studies and tests, but to what end? All the city has to do is say no. There is nothing that makes the city responsible for helping a seller max out, but there is a lot that the city should consider in protecting our green space, our legacy, and our current residents from undue burdens on all of

our infrastructure. Call or email your City Councilor before the June 8th hearing. They should Just Say NO. Sincerely, Cindy Zomar Former Ward 7 City Councilor Marlborough

Vote for Maselli and Milton in Northborough To the Editor: The Northborough town election is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30. Residents need to send a message that a new economic direction, fairer tax system and expenditure reductions are wanted. Continued growth is not progress when at all cost. Much needed is a no increase in annual cost budget, a decrease in expenditures for equipment and limits on the size and number of homes. Seniors and those others on fixed or low incomes need a reduced property tax burden. Please vote to re-elect Millie Milton to the Planning Board and Lisa Maselli as selectman. Both ladies will bring an infusion of new

ideas and energy so drastically desired. They are not afraid to ask questions, consider alternate ways of doing things and shaking up the status quo. We need representation that will challenge the ever increasing high cost of living in our town. Millie and Lisa will provide us fresh perspectives and fight for change. You are all encouraged to cast your vote in their name. Gib Chase Northborough

Support Moe DePalo for re-election to Shrewsbury BOS To the Editor: I support Moe DePalo for re-election to the Shrewsbury Board of Selectmen. Moe has been an integral part of the tremendous growth in our town since his first year as selectman. Mr. DePalo knows the people of Shrewsbury well and he takes the time to see the full picture, ask questions and seek people out, before making decisions. I have seen firsthand how Mr. DePalo works tirelessly

to improve his home town. I had the privilege of working with Moe on the 2014 override campaign where he was a visible champion and voice for a strong school system and a fiscally well-run town. I also had the privilege of working with Mr. DePalo on the campaign to expand the Shrewsbury Public Library, a project which took years to approve, but which Moe steadfastly supported because he understood the impact that the improvement of such a historic building would have on the heart of Shrewsbury. Mr. DePalo is acutely sensitive to the needs of our more vulnerable residents, in particular children and seniors. Moe has been a long-term supporter of Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services, advocating on their behalf for more town funding and actively supporting their mission. He espouses their values to do everything he can for those who need it. We need the experience, dedication and heart of Moe DePalo as selectman. Please reelect Moe DePalo on June 16th. Respectfully, Kathleen Keohane Shrewsbury

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$15.4M Shrewsbury Route 20 project approved by MassDOT SHREWSBURY - The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) recently approved a $15.4 million project to address safety concerns on the Route 20 corridor in Shrewsbury and decreased the speed limit on a 3-mile portion of Route 20 based on a completed speed limit study. The Shrewsbury Route 20 Corridor Study was completed in January 2020 and aims to address concerns of town officials and the community relative to safety and congestion along the corridor. The study was undertaken at the request of State Representative Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury) and town officials and provides a preferred roadway improvement concept that will meet current and future demands on the 5.1-mile stretch of roadway over the next 20 years. The plan takes into account expected new development projects as the area transitions to a more mixed-use environment while also improving intersection and corridor safety. “I am grateful that MassDOT has prioritized and approved this critically-needed project and thankful for the work of Shrewsbury town officials in partnering to advocate for improvements to the Route 20 corridor. Completing the Corridor Study and implementing the recommendations has been and will continue to be a priority for me,” remarked Kane. The $15.4 million project includes improvements along the eastern section of Route 20, from the Valente Drive intersection to the South Street intersection. The approval of this project means MassDOT can now hire a consultant to undertake the design of the roadway improvements, using the recommendations made in the Route 20 Master Plan as a baseline. The proposed improvements include pavement rehabilitation and box widening, reconstruction of the existing signal at South Street, construction of a new signal at Valente Drive with construction of an access road from Walnut Street, construction of a shared-use path on both sides of Route 20, and other related work. Funding for the project is yet to be identified.

Order up! REGION – Over the last two months, many local restaurants have scrambled to survive while relying on curbside pickup or take -out. The news that Gov. Charlie Baker will now allow outside seating (with appropriate precautionary measures) is a welcome step in the right direction for our hard-working friends in the restaurant industry.

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Plans to have a new fire station up and running by the end of this new term By Vicki Greene Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH - City Fire Chief Kevin Breen has been a firefighter for approximately 34 years and is wrapping up his first term in Marlborough. The City Council unanimously approved Mayor Arthur Vigeant’s recommendation to reappoint Breen to a second five-year term that officially starts July 1 and ends in June 2025.

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After a third fine, the Board of Health has the ability to force the business to close by obtaining a court order. Vigeant said that they have not had to do this yet but that it was very early in the reopening stage. However, during the stayat-home orders there were a couple of instances where non-essential businesses were open against state mandates. “Cease and desist” letters signed by Vigeant were sent to the offending parties. As businesses begin to reopen, town buildings are also slated to open June 1, though according to Vigeant, “the Board of Health has not been involved in the strategy for opening town buildings.” Under current guidelines, only 25 percent capacity occupancy is allowed per room in each building. To find the latest information, visit https://shrewsburyma.gov.

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about the Red Tent movement, she became a member and ultimately lay leader of UCMH. She was particularly attracted to its Spiritual Growth and Community Center, an outreach program open to the community at large. Supported by the outreach program, Rogers got help from other women to construct the tent that has been used for gatherings at UCMH since 2011. For the web gatherings, she creates a facsimile in lieu of the tent in her home. “When people call in, they see the red space behind me,” she explained. “I do what I can

movement officially launched in 2007 by ALisa Starkweather, who drew inspiration from bestselling author Anita Diamant’s novel of the same name, published in 1997. “The book inspired ALisa as a model of women sharing elements of life together in the community,” Rogers explained. “It occurred to me how much of a game changer it would have been in my life if I had that inclusive space with women of all backgrounds – all ages, faiths, heritages, sexual orientations and socioeconomic levels.” Soon after Rogers learned

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ent emotions and logistics of this crisis – whether it’s feeling anxiety, grief, or so much uncertainty if our jobs are affected.” Rogers was comforted by participants of a web gathering as she mourned the loss of a relative. “Grieving a beloved family member is when you need people the most – and yet we can’t be together physically, we can’t give hugs,” she shared. “It’s emotionally rugged right now. Indeed, it’s a time to feel, to deal and to heal.” While Rogers currently facilitates web gatherings, she’s considering the future possibility to offer both online and in-person gatherings when the pandemic restrictions are lifted. “The Red Tent always lives in my heart,” she said. “It’s an event as much as a resource. It’s a force unto itself that I can put into the world.” For more information and updates about Hudson MA Red Tent, visit ucmh.org and facebook.com/HudsonMARedTent.

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Project Toy Box - United Way of Tri-County brings fun to kids during crisis REGION - The United Way of Tri-County (UWTC) recently announced that they have donated thousands of brandnew toys and games to underprivileged children in MetroWest/495 corridor communities through a program they have named Project Toy Box. While parents and caregivers across the commonwealth learned last month that their kids will not be returning to school this school year, the United Way of Tri-County decided they needed to give kids something to look forward to, according to a press release from the organization. UWTC partnered with 14 local social service agencies and nonprofits across the region to get brand new toys and games into the hands of kids ages 5 to 12. “We are always here to provide critical support to families in need, but we also want to give children something to smile about during an extremely stressful time,” said Paul Mina, President & CEO at the United Way of Tri-County. “In times when there is so

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much bad news, it feels good to do something that simply brings joy to a child.” A tractor-trailer packed with 52 pallets, all stacked with brand new LEGOs, sports balls, stuffed animals, toy trucks, board games, activity books, and more arrived at the United Way’s Downtown Framingham warehouse May 4. Staff spent hours sorting items by age range and preparing for agency distribution on May 5 and again on May 7. The Framingham warehouse space on Blandin Ave. used to store

and sort the toys was generously donated by the Stonegate Group of Natick. In an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and adhere to the statewide ban on large gatherings, the United Way of Tri-County asked that agencies arrive at their warehouse to collect the games and toys, and urged social distancing and the use of masks. In turn, agencies are distributing the donated items to qualifying families following the same safety guidelines. The United Way of Tri-

SHREWSBURY - LCB Senior Living, LLC (www. lcbseniorliving.com), owner and operator of The Residence at Orchard Grove (www.residenceorchardgrove.com), is pleased to announce the selection of Rae-Lynn Kinzie as their new executive director for the community. The Residence at Orchard Grove, located at 258 Walnut Street, Shrewsbury, offers premier Independent, Assisted, and Memory Care living for area seniors. Rae-Lynn Kinzie Kinzie joins LCB with a wealth of senior living and operations experience. Prior to her position with The Residence at Orchard Grave, she held several executive director positions at senior living communities in South Carolina. LCB Senior Living, LLC has been pioneering modern senior living since 2011, and is headquartered in Norwood. Owner and/or operator of 28 communities throughout the Northeast, LCB communities offer a combination of Independent Living, Assisted Living or Personal Care, and Memory Care living options. For more information, visit www.residenceorchardgrove.com.

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ingham. She said that it was the patriarch of a swan family and his mate was nearby with their babies. Zorge and a group of others went out to assess the situation. The rescue took a couple of days. The first day, they used paddle boats and nets but they didn’t have a good opportunity to capture the swan. “I left that day feeling defeated,” she recalled. “We came up with another game plan. Myself and my friend Amanda [Szucsik], who is a veterinarian, went out and with the help of someone who had been watching the bird... I had stopped at a local farm stand and got a bunch of treats and sat on the dock and slowly waited. Mom came with all her babies and ate. Slowly they left and then the dad approached. I had to reach out with my arm to grab it and pull it on shore. It was just a waiting game.” At the right moment, she was able to grab it and proceeded to remove the hook with her friend’s help. Happily,

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Becker College in Worcester, where she earned a degree in veterinary science. She briefly served in the military. “I hold a federal and state permit to help wildlife in Massachusetts,” she noted. “The federal permit allows me to help native birds…I’ve been permitted for eight years now for the state and almost five for the federal government.” She said that this spring has been crazy. She has received about 50 phone calls in the past month alone. Much of her rescuing is on her own time and dime. She is fundraising to help her expand her operations and she wishes to acquire new enclosures that are specialized for the birds of prey in her care. “My goal is $11,000 and I am currently a bit over $9,000,” she stated. “My daughter Harper is also very involved with our rehabilitation and rescue efforts. She has been on many missions with me.” The funds “will definitely increase my capacity of me helping the animals that are in need in our area…Having this enclosure will triple the amount, which would be amazing,” Zorge said. For more information and to help, visit www.gofundme. com and search for Jessica Zorge.

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Three candidates vie for two seats on Southborough Board of Selectmen SOUTHBOROUGH - Three candidates will be on the ballot for two seats on the Board of Selectmen in the Tuesday, June 16 Annual Town Election. The Community Advocate has invited the candidates to share a bit about their backgrounds and why they are running for a position on this board. Here, in their own words, are the answers from the candidates

– incumbent Lisa Braccio, Peter LaPine, and Chelsea Malinowski.

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LaPine - I have worked 30+ years in software development, in both team lead and individual contributor roles, for such companies as: Digital Equipment, Lucent Technologies, Motorola and Sun. My experience learning various software systems, creating new features and identifying and resolving internal and customer related issues, provides me with a rich problem-solving background. Prior to that I owned a business for three years, initially as a homebuilding framing subcontractor, then for seven more years as a residential frame-to-finish carpenter. With experience solving problems in both the physical and virtual environments, I am confident I can put these analytical and resolution skills to good use in the service of the town of Southborough. Having met with almost 100 of you while gathering signatures to have my name added to the 2020 ballot, I heard your primary concern for the town.

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Peter LaPine - I am running for a seat on the Board of Selectmen because I am passionate about this town! I believe we must carefully balance the wishes of our townspeople with the affordability of proposed projects. My wife Atsuko (AHTSko), our son Christophe and I moved to Southborough 12 years ago, shortly before Christophe started first grade. He will be graduating from Algonquin Regional High School soon and attending university this autumn. Many of you are also familiar with Hana, our 3-year-old, miniature Australian Labradoodle. We fell head-over-heels for Southborough one winter evening

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while attending a gathering at the home adjacent to, what would become, ours. It was serendipity when we later learned the house we now live in was about to go on the market. We contacted the owners directly and a few months later moved in. Chelsea Malinowski - My husband, Jason, and I moved to Southborough in 2013. We now have three children under the age of 5. We chose to live in Southborough because of the school system’s reputation, the location, and the strong sense of community. Turns out, it was a great fit for us and we have had the opportunity to get involved in the community and work with a variety of different volunteers in town. What do feel in your experience would make you the best candidate for this position? Braccio - As a current member of the Board I understand the workings of town government, have established working relationships with town departments as well as our citizen volunteers. I understand the processes in place and how to move forward in an expedited fashion. I have a proven track record of listening to town residents and busi-

Malinowski - I have served on the town’s Advisory Committee for the past two years and am currently the Vice Chair. I have had the pleasure of working with town departments, other boards and committees, and my fellow committee members. I did not have much town government experience prior to Advisory, but I spent the time to do my homework and work collaboratively with affiliated parties. It is important that transparency and proper Candidates | 13

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processes are followed when dealing with town matters and that has been paramount in all the decisions and discussions I’ve been involved with. What committees would you most enjoy working with if you were selected for this position and why? Braccio - In addition to being a current member of the Board of Selectmen, I also sit on six other Committees (listed above) and continue to actively volunteer in other capacities within the town. And I have enjoyed working on those committees and would like to continue if re-elected. I have also enjoyed working with our seniors and being a volunteer on the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). We are all blessed to live in an amazing town with incredible spirit and sense of community; I will continue to work to support our community and strive to make our town better. LaPine- As a potential member of the BOS, I feel I would most enjoy working with the Economic Development Committee (EDC). Why are businesses leaving the town year after year? A drive down Route 9 reveals many vacant office buildings on both

sides of the road. Why can’t Southborough seem to attract and keep businesses in order to offset some of the real estate tax burden for the homeowners of Southborough? A single tax rate helps, however, by itself, it does not seem to be enough. A “community of one” approach and collaboration among voters and town government would serve to make Southborough an attractive business environment and ease the residential tax burden. Malinowski - If elected, I would look to build upon the relationship between Advisory and the Board of Selectmen to be more forward thinking as we continue to navigate unchartered waters financially. Getting through this is going to require better collaboration and out of the box thinking. One of my main goals is to make links between various boards and committees. I do look forward to listening to others ideas. What is the primary problem do you feel the town is facing and what do you think should be done to rectify it? Braccio - It is imperative in the next three years that we continue to work hard to ad-

dress the budget constraints and be fiscally responsible to the taxpayers. We must work together to find new avenues of revenue and to cut our expenditures; we have to institute tough new standards as our financial outlook approaches a critical nature. I will continue my work to establish better lines of communication between town residents and the Board of Selectmen, as well as improving inter-committee and board communications. Important decisions must be made with input and knowledge of ALL relevant town entities and residents. LaPine - We are witnessing an economic situation unprecedented in the lifetimes of most residents. With over 25 million Americans unemployed and businesses shuttered and on government subsidies for an indeterminate period, we must plan today for the impact this is going to have on our town in the very near future and for years to come. Without income, how will families pay their property taxes – let alone feed themselves? The same issue impacts closed businesses. How will town services be affected by the loss of these revenue streams? We will likely see a decrease in state financial assistance. We must plan today for a very

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ough from one of his mentors, who was a consultant and involved in the assessment report process. After leading the Salem Fire Department for nearly a decade, Breen said he felt he had done all he could do and achieved his goals and that he wanted to move to a department where he could have an impact. His mentor explained the similarities in the two communities so Breen was intrigued as he reviewed the final “200-plus” page assessment report on the Marlborough Department and thought it would be a good fit for him. “The community has to select the right chief, but the chief has to apply to the right community,” he stressed. He said he went through the lengthy application and review process and felt he had the support of the mayor, the City Council and community

leaders he had met with and accepted the offer to take the job in 2015. He acknowledged the Marlborough Fire Department’s accomplishments since he took the position five years ago including, reorganizing staff roles and responsibilities, increasing staffing levels, acquiring two new engines, a new boat, new support vehicles, protective gear and necessary station improvements. As for this term, Breen said his top two goals are to have a west-side fire station/public safety facility up and running (that includes moving the city’s dispatch center currently located at the Police Station), increased staffing per shift and quicker call response times. Because there currently is no fire station west of Route 495 and the commercial and residential population growth has exploded, it is impossible,

at times, to respond to calls in the time often required. “I will consider it a failure on my part if we’re not able to do this (a new station up and running during this term),” Breen said. He went through the process of building a new fire station while in Salem and knows what it takes, he said. On the staffing side, Breen said they are in the process of filling three entry-level firefighter positions. He put together a panel made of fire department members, union members and community leaders. The panel received 57 applications and have passed 21 applicants to him for to interview for the three spots. Breen’s passion is palpable. He is a member of the Rotary and a true part of the community. “I come to work every day with the mindset to solve problems so they (the fire department) can do their jobs.”

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Malinowski - We are facing times of uncertainty and it is unclear how this will impact our town in the short and long-term. However, priorities/projects will continue to come up and we need to ensure that we make big picture decisions in the best interest of Southborough and its residents. We need to come up with creative, sustainable solutions, be open to change,

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Brookline tennis team and they were doing a community service project where they were distributing treat bags to neighbors. We then decided to bring it to a bigger scale and drop these assembled bags to those more directly affected by the crisis,” said Beauchesne. They are distributing the treat bags filled with snacks and activities to local retirement homes and hospitals. They recently distributed 36 bags to the Beaumont Nursing Home in Northborough and plan to donate another 100 to UMass Hospital in Worcester. “I can say on behalf of all of us that this little opportunity to be proactive has really been making me happy during this crisis,” Moholkar noted. “It has given me a reason to leave the house and I do feel a sense of pride by giving back and helping others while doing something purposeful during this pandemic.” The boys used social media

season, these three creative and talented juniors challenged the entire Algonquin boys’ tennis team to find a way to organize, contribute to their community and make a statement that there are people out there who care about others,” said their coach Gerald Cushing. “I am so proud of all those players who took the time and made a contribution to a very worthwhile effort. It’s one of many different ways that students at ARHS are making a difference.” “I think there is a lot to be said about giving back during these times. We, as a team, often want to do good and come together. This is a very tangible way and an opportunity for us to show how much we care for the people who are going through difficult times,” said Sundar. For more information visit https://arhstreatbags.org/ or the Instagram page @gonk_boys_ tennis or donate via Venmo at www.venmo.com/ARHSTennisTreatBag.

and contacted friends and family to raise funds, which they used to purchase the gift bags and items. Members of the tennis team, friends and family have been adding their special touch with handwritten notes tucked inside each bag. Patricia Riley, teacher and advisor at Algonquin, donated a lot of items that were in the school store. This contribution has helped to stretch the boys’ budget tremendously. “Our goal is to donate 1,000 bags by the end of June. I am very confident that we will meet and perhaps even exceed that goal,” said Sundar. Although the boys could not have their scheduled tennis season, the project has been a way for the tennis team members to come together, given them a sense of community and purpose. “Rather than sulk and feel sorry for themselves as a result of losing their spring tennis

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COMMUNITYSCHOOLS Shrewsbury High School sophomores hold food drive By Melanie Petrucci Senior Community Reporter SHREWSBURY – When Shrewsbury High School (SHS) sophomores Aiyi Wang and Morgan Koester found that they had time on their hands after the initial school closure due to the coronavirus pandemic, they teamed up for a good cause. “With so many families stocking up on food, I couldn’t help but think about how difficult it must be for those who were already low on food, to get enough of it to support their families,” Morgan said. The pair emailed some teachers to suggest holding a food drive. At about the same time, Sue Dileo, a retired Oak Middle School counselor, contacted SHS Principal Todd Bazydlo to see if there were any students available who may be interested in helping her with a food drive. Together, Dileo and the girls decided that the food collected would go to the food pantry at Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Worcester. Dileo shared that they have

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Morgan added. “By doing this project, I have learned that things won’t always go as planned though if you take the time to brainstorm how to get around those obstacles, there will be a solution. I also learned that it doesn’t take a lot of time to make a difference and

everything helps. One hour out of my day is nothing compared to the help that this food drive could bring to people in need.” The drive is still under way, but interested donors should check their Instagram account @covidd_19fooddrive for updates.

Parade will honor Westborough graduates on June 6 Aiyi Wang

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a “beautiful system” for collecting food, in which donations of non-perishable food can be left without getting out of the car. “We put the boxes outside of our own houses, and then notify people of our progress to let them donate by posting on social media, Schoology, and the community board,” explained Aiyi. “We also notify them that this is weather-permitted and food boxes might not be placed outside if it is raining.” This project has been a

learning experience for both the girls and one that they would definitely do again. “Helping other people is something I’ve always loved to do,” Aiyi said. “One thing I learned is that the force of two people is not enough to make a huge change to the world as there are still millions of people who are in poverty and hunger, and it is somehow sad that we can only help so many people even when we tried our best.” “I hope to continue helping the community in the future,”

WESTBOROUGH – A parade to honor Westborough High School’s class of 2020 graduates will be held Saturday, June 6, starting at 12 p.m. The parade will begin at the WHS back entrance on Ruggles Street, proceed to West Main Street through the rotary and along East Main Street to the Elsie A. Hastings Elementary School, 111 E Main St.. Those viewing the parade are asked to adhere to Board of Health guideline of wearing a mask and maintaining a physical distance of 6 feet from people outside of your household members. The parade is sponsored by the Westborough Spirit committee, with support from the Westborough Public Schools and the families of the graduates.

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Residents’ generosity helps to restock Westborough Food Pantry Nearly 7,000 lbs. of food and items donated during town-wide drive By Bonnie Adams Managing Editor WESTBOROUGH - As Donna Kittredge looked over the hundreds of food and personal care items spread on the lawn of the Westborough Food Pantry’s lawn thanks to a town-wide food drive held on the morning of May 30, she

was thrilled she said, but not surprised. “Westborough is the best community,” Kittredge, who shares the duties of pantry president with her husband, Phil. “They are always are so very generous.” The food drive was an initiative of In your Shoes, a nonprofit giving circle dedicated to

giving “time, talents, and monetary resources to provide assistance and financial support to those in need.” The group organized the May 30 food drive by asking residents to sign up to participate and then leaving items in their driveway which were then picked up by a team of volunteers who brought them to the pantry.

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By Jeff Slovin Contributing Writer NORTHBOROUGH - The Algonquin Regional High School seniors paraded through campus this evening to say “Thank You” and “Goodbye” to the teachers and staff of Algonquin, as well as the other Northborough and Southborough schools. Algonquin will be distributing diplomas individually to students and their families on Sunday, June 7, in lieu of a formal graduation ceremony.

At day’s end, 6,716 pounds of food and supplies had been donated, which was very much need by the pantry, Donna Kittredge said. For the past two months, the Kittredges, along with the pantry’s volunteers, have grappled at how best to serve residents in need of food. Since the pandemic struck in March, the pantry has been operating under a different model. Located in the Forbes Community House (9 East Main St.), it was closed for pickups and donations due to health concerns. Patrons were still serviced by volunteers who dropped off items and gift cards to local grocery stores. But not being open for donations meant the shelves were quite bare. And with so many people either finding themselves unemployed or unable to work for health reasons during the pandemic, there was an increasing number of residents facing food insecurity. During “normal” times, the pantry serves approximately 130 families. Over the past two months, that number has climbed to approximately 160 families. Joining in as a pickup volunteer the morning of the drive was State Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Acton). It was not the first time the senator had assisted with the pantry’s operations, Phil Kittredge noted. Thanks to a $50,000 grant that Eldridge helped to secure, the

pantry will finally now have air conditioning. “This is such a wonderful thing,” Kittredge said to Eldridge. “Sometimes it gets really hot in some of the rooms, up to the high 90s. And many of our volunteers are elderly – that was not good for them. So we are so appreciative.” “I was happy to help,” Eldridge replied, “and happy to be here this morning. People were so generous! “ Kittredge also praised In Your Shoe’s member Terry Gavin, who helped to organize the drive. “She and the other volunteers here this morning really deserve all the credit in the world,” he said. “We could not have done this without them.” The pantry will be opening June 4 and 18 for pre-boxed grocery pick up for present and new clients, from 9-11:30 a.m. and then hopefully back to its regular schedule in July. Additionally, the Westborough Appalachia Service Project will be running another food drive on Saturday, June 27. They will be using a similar format where residents may register via email at ahead of time at Westboroughfooddrive@gmail.com and volunteers will come and pick up the donations. Traditional staples such as mac and cheese, pasta sauce, rice, beans and paper products are always desired but items such as cookies and crackers are also welcome donations.

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COMMUNITYOBITUARIES John A. Williams Jr., 85 SHREWSBURY - John A. “Jack” Williams Jr., of Shrewsbury, passed peacefully at home May 26, 2020, surrounded by his wife and family. Jack adored his beloved wife Barbara who in his words, “is the heart and soul of our family.” Jack was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and greatgrandfather. Jack leaves his loving wife of 63 years, Barbara M. (Asselta) Williams; his two sons, Dr. John A. Williams III and wife Judith of New Bern, N.C., and Thomas J. Williams and his fiancée Susan Wojnar of Grafton; three daughters, Kathleen M. Mangan and husband Kenneth of Shrewsbury, Deborah Ann Williams and her partner Suzanne Borden of Gadsden, Ala., and Wendy E. O’Neill and her husband Peter of Shrewsbury; three siblings in Massachusetts, Patricia McGinnis of Orleans, Margaret McDermott and her husband James of Eastham, and Paul Williams and his lifelong partner Darlene Cote of Holden; grandchildren, Shannon and Matthew Sanders of Clifton, Va., Kerry Anne and John Harris of Cary, N.C., Thomas and Nikki Williams Jr. and Joseph Williams of Worcester, Thomas and Julia Mangan, Daniel and Jessica Mangan, Patrick Mangan and Jilian O’Neill, all of Boston; along with five precious great-grandchildren. Family and friends honored and remembered Jack’s life by gathering for calling hours May 29 at the Chiampa Funeral Home of Shrewsbury, with a Mass of Christian burial held May 30 at St. Mary’s Church of Shrewsbury and burial at Mountain View Cemetery.

John M. Schwartz, 78 SHREWSBURY – John M. Schwartz, 78, of Shrewsbury and formerly of Chicago, Ill., passed away peacefully April 29, 2020 after a period of declining health. John is survived by his fiancée and best friend, Lois Benotti of Shrewsbury; his children, Erica Fayrie of Brook-

field, Vt., Heidi Schwartz and her husband Colin Duclos of Brookfield, Vt., and Nathaniel Schwartz of Mexico City, Mexico; Lois’ children, Jay Benotti of Worcester and Kristin Benotti-Chastain and her husband Allan Chastain of Florida; his grandchildren, Adeline and Tobias Malone and Silas and Asa Duclos, all of Brookfield, Vt.; and five special nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his parents, as well as his sister, Judy (Schwartz) Cunningham. A graveside service was privately for John’s family, with a memorial Mass to be celebrated at a later date. The Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

Edgar Van Buren, 104 MARLBOROUGH - Edgar Van Buren, 104, died peacefully May 18, 2020 at Carlyle House in Framingham after a monthlong battle with COVID-19. He was married to Caroline (Barber) Van Buren, who passed away Feb. 9, 1985. He was also predeceased by his son, Peter, in 1995 and his daughter, Margaret in 2013. He is survived by his sons, Stephen and his wife Ann of Bolton, William and his wife Julie of Venice, Fla., and Robert and his wife Helen of Federal Way, Wash. He has eight grandchildren, Scott and his wife Suzanne, Mark and his wife Tammy, Kristin Kelleher and her husband Patrick, Gina Brown and her husband Kenneth, David and his fiancé Gina, Catherine Lankford and her husband Richard, Nicholas, and Richard and his wife Heather. He also has 13 greatgrandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers D. Nicholas in 1950, John Austin in 2011 and Peter A. in 2017, and by his sister Sr. Alma Marie, O.P. in 2015. Due to current restrictions, proper services will be delayed until a later date. Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough is assisting with arrangements.

Pauline E. MacDougall, 89 GRAFTON - Pauline E. (Dube) Adams MacDougall passed

away May 19, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester following an illness. Her husband, Donald MacDougall, passed away in 2012. She is survived by her children, Gloria Faucher and her husband Gordon, Dennis Adams and his wife Lois, John Adams, and Richard Adams and his wife Christine; 11 grandchildren, who will all miss their beloved “Memere,” Sean Farrell, James Adams, Laurie Cascione, Keith Farrell, Jeffrey Faucher, Julie Stevens, Erin Sherman, Megan Williams and Zachary, Timothy and Ryan Adams; and 12 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Wilfred G. Dube and Beatrice O. (Lagace), Pauline was also predeceased by her daughter, Claire A. Rissotti; her brother Robert Dube; and sisters Lorraine Rice and Gloria Malouin. Funeral services and burial will be private. Roney Funeral Home of North Grafton are assisting with arrangements.

John J. Orciuch, 74 WAREHAM - John J. Orciuch, 74, of Wareham, formerly of Auburn and Northborough, passed away May 19, 2020, at Tremont Health Care in Wareham after a long period of declining health. He leaves his daughters, Julie Robillard and her husband John of Norton, Elizabeth LaClair of Douglas, Melanie Yerardi and her husband Michael of Auburn, and Tara Robinson and her husband Gene of Framingham; nine grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. His son, Christopher Orciuch, passed away in 2016. Services will be private. Chiampa Funeral Home of Shrewsbury is assisting with arrangements.

Josephine A. Dufault, 91 MARLBOROUGH - Josephine (Josie) A. Dufault (Fiorentino), 91, of Marlborough, died May 24, 2020 at her home, surrounded by her girls. She was the daughter of Frank and Mary (DeFazio) Fiorentino. She was married to the love of her life, Bobby Dufault, for 64 beautiful years. Bob died in 2019. Josie is survived by her children, Michelle Turner and her

fiancé Tom Paulini of Plymouth, Linda Freitas and husband Michael of Westborough, Nancy Casaceli and husband Michael of Marlborough, and Debra Dufault and husband Dave McIntire of Southborough. She was predeceased by her oldest daughter, Denise Mitchell. She leaves her grandchildren, Bryan and wife Kate, Kyle and wife Stefanie, Lindsay and husband Andrew, Jaclyn, Anna, Chandler and Luke, and six great-grandchildren, Mason, Wyatt, Sonsie, Morgan, Oscar and Natalie, and is also survived by her brother-inlaw, Charlie Zambito of Needham, and several nieces and nephews. A private graveside service will be held by her family. Slattery Funeral Home of Marlborough is assisting with arrangements.

Marie R. Baldner, 97 WESTBOROUGH - Marie R. Baldner, 97, formerly of Westborough, passed away May 21, 2020 at Bethany Health Care Center in Framingham. She was the wife of the late Frederick Baldner. A private graveside service will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Kingston. Pickering & Son Fu-

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Shaun Kinsman, 36 WORCESTER Shaun Michael Kinsman, 36, of Worcester, formerly of Hudson and Natick, passed away unexpectedly at UMass Medical Center in Worcester, on May 24, 2020. Shaun is survived by his three sons, Damian Kinsman, Jaiden Kinsman and Jordan Kinsman; his mother, Nelia F. (Homen) Kinsman of Worcester; his father, Scott E. Kinsman and his wife Bonnie of Berlin; his sisters, Christine F. Smith and Lynette I. Wheeler; and many close aunts, uncles, and cousins as well as nephews and nieces. All services will be private. Shaun will be interred in Forestvale Cemetery in Hudson. Tighe Hamilton Regional Funeral home is honored to be assisting with the arrangements. A Celebration of Life for extended family and friends will be announced at a later date, as soon as larger gatherings are allowed. This will be communicated separately.

POLICELOG The information in the police log is obtained directly from the official records maintained at each police station in our circulation area. Those arrested are innocent until proven guilty. The Community Advocate will publish news of acquittals upon notification and a copy of court issued documentation.

Monday, May 25 12:15 p.m. Arrested, Nicholas S. Ford, 32, of 196 Hurd St., Fitchburg, for disturbing the peace. 5:35 p.m. Arrested, Sean Patrick Wogan, 26, of 352 Grafton St., Shrewsbury, on warrant. 11:42 p.m. Arrested, Joseph T. Driscoll, 40, of 44 Elm St., Apt. 207, Worcester, for possess Class A drug, possess Class B drug, possess Class E drug (2 cts).

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Saturday, May 23 7:24 p.m. Arrested, Keriann Notartomaso, 35, of 15 Capital St., Newton, for larceny from person.

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Sunday, May 24 10:59 p.m. Arrested, David J. Ciampo, 62, homeless, for trespass.

Saturday, May 23 12:46 a.m. Arrested, David Aviles, 39, of 325 Grafton St., Apt. 3, Worcester, for trafficking in cocaine 18 grams or more/less than 36 grams, op MV with license suspended, and Brian Muto, 28, of 43 Audrea Rd., Framingham, for trafficking in cocaine 18 grams or more/less than 36 grams.

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White Green Eyes (Gruner Veltliner), Niederösterreich, Austria, 2017 . . . . . . . . 11 .99 13Celcius (Sauvignon Blanc), Marlborough, Zealand 2018 . . . . . . . . . . $11 .99 La Forcine Vouvray (Chenin Blanc), Loire Valley France 2018 . . . . . . . . $11 .99 Bellus ‘Caldera’ (Falanghina), Campania, Italy 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22 .99 Castelvecchio ‘San Lorenzo’ Bianco Toscana (Trebbiano), Tuscany, Italy 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12 .99 Araldica Gavi (Cortese), Piedmonte, Italy 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14 .99

Red Chateau Peynaud-Bagnac (Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc), Bordeaux, France 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11 .99 Domaine Sarrail ‘Laroque’ (Cabernet Franc), Languedoc, France 2018 $11 .99 Covalli (Barbera), Asti, Italy 2018 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11 .99 Ferratonf Pere et Fils ‘Samorens’ (Grenache/Syrah/Cinsault), Cotes du Rhone, France 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16 .99 Le Preare Amarone della Valpocella (Corvina/Rondinella/Molinara), Veneto, Italy 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $19 .99 Vietti Castiglione (Nebbiolo), Barolo 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $56 .99

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