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By Stuart Foster Reporter MARLBOROUGH – The special permit for the 10,000-square-foot Alta project was approved at a Marlborough City Council meeting July 25. It was approved with Councilor Don Landers absent and Councilor Christian Dumais abstaining. Mark Oram was the only councilor to vote against the special permit. The mixed-use retail and residential project would be on the corner of Lincoln and Mechanic streets. It would have 276 units, with 10% being affordable, and 470 parking spaces. Alta | 4

MARLBOROUGH – Life-long Marlborough resident, Matthew Sargent, can be found in the city’s cemeteries cleaning and tagging veteran’s markers with photos of the deceased and notes detailing their lives. Now, Sargent is being recognized for his service to the city and was appointed grand marshal of the Labor Day Parade. “I was very honored to be named next grand marshal,” Sargent said. Sargent hopes that, with this new title, he can motivate more Marlborough residents to share their stories of veteran relatives who have passed. Meet Matthew Sargent Sargent is a third generation Marlborough resident who is currently an HVAC mechanic at C&W Services with Local Grand marshal | 14

Sharek appointed to School Committee By Stuart Foster Reporter HUDSON – Hudson School Committee has a new member. Steve Sharek was appointed to the Hudson School Committee in a joint meeting of the town’s School Committee and Select Board on July 25.

Matthew Sargent will be leading the Marlborough Labor Day Parade this year as its grand marshal.

Sharek will fill the seat previously held by Adam Tracy whose term expires next May. Sharek was elected by a 9-1 margin with School Committee Chair Michelle Tousignant Dufour voting for Matthew McDowell over Sharek. Janet O’Leary was also a candidate for Sharek | 15

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The intersection in Lincoln and Mechanic streets may change in the near future after the City Council approved the special permit for a mixed-use project.

Councilor talks traffic concerns City Councilor Kathleen Robey said that the Urban Affairs Committee, which she chairs, had heard many concerns about the project’s impact on traffic. As a condition of the approved special permit there will be a peer review of

In past meetings, the developers have said it would make the Assabet River Rail Trail more accessible by increasing the amount of off-street parking spaces. Additionally, they said a restroom building would be conveyed to the city for use by the public.

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the developer’s traffic study. If concerns are identified during the review, Marlborough’s Site Plan Review Committee will have the authority to modify the special permit conditions or add new conditions. The developer would then need to meet those conditions before a building permit would be issued. “Let the professionals do their work and they will make sure that any conditions that need to be in there to deal with

traffic are in there,” Robey said, commenting on the process. Robey added that the department heads on the city’s Site Plan Review Committee had the talent and knowledge to make decisions on traffic. Oram said that while the Site Plan Review Committee “does a great job,” the City Council is the only body that has the power to reduce the number of units and density of the project. “That’s why I’m suggesting

let them do the peer review, keep that here until it’s done,” Oram said. “Because if indeed the 276 units in this small area is overuse and will cause traffic issues, we’re the governing body that decides that.” Oram added that while he thinks approval for the special permit is premature, he supported other parts of the project, like the parking garage and the appearance of the project. He also said that he wants to see the corner of Lincoln and Mechanic streets cleaned up. The parking garage, he added, was indicative of a potential risk for traffic. “I have a feeling there will be 400 plus cars coming in and out of there,” Oram said. ‘An opportunity we can’t pass up’ The other councilors were supportive of the project. Councilor David Doucette said that it was a priority of the council to complete this project for the area’s benefit, and that if issues with traffic arise, the city will have to address them through the Department of Public Works. “I think this is an opportunity that we can’t pass up,” Doucette said. The City Council also voted to amend one part of the application to ensure that residents would have all-electric utilities, and that the roof would have a substantial green roof as shown on the project’s plans. Doucette noted that the amendment would still allow the use of gas in restaurants as part of the mixed-use complex. “The technology’s not there for electric at this point, and this is just going to be for the retail establishments as needed,” Doucette said. “I think this is a fair opportunity for them to address and really fulfill the needs of the businesses that move in.”

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Marlborough City Council sets public hearing for revised Walcott application By Stuart Foster Reporter MARLBOROUGH – There will be a public hearing for the Walcott Heritage Farms project later this month. This comes after the developer had appealed the City Council’s previous decision, denying the special permit for the proposed multifamily residential development. The state Land Court later remanded it back to the City Council. During its July 25 meeting, the City Council scheduled this hearing for a revised special permit application for the project for Aug. 22. City Council President Michael Ossing noted that public comment at the hearing would be limited to discussion of the application revisions, not the full scope of the project. “The public hearing shall be for the limited purpose of considering changes to the previously contemplated draft decision for the grant special permit of the project,” Ossing said. What was proposed The Walcott Heritage Farms project – located at the McGee Farm site at 339 Boston Post Rd. East – was first proposed in 2020 as a 188-unit residential project. The size of the project was reduced to 140 units after opponents sent hundreds of emails and collected more than 1,000 signatures against the project. The City Council voted 6-5 to deny a special permit for the project at a meeting last August. At that meeting, councilors described their concern that the project would negatively and dangerously impact traffic on Route 20. Their concerns were compounded after Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s (MassDOT) decision not to place a traffic light at the site on Route 20, where the state has jurisdiction. While developers had offered to provide funds for the light, MassDOT requires criteria to be met before a traffic light can be installed. “I think this is something where I fundamentally disagree with the decision of the state, and I protest that by voting against this,” Councilor David Doucette said at the August meeting. “Aside from that, I wish I could vote for it.” Doucette joined Councilors Laura Wagner, John Irish, Mark Oram, Samantha Perlman and Sean Navin in voting against

the special permit, while City Council President Michael Ossing, Vice President Kathleen Robey and councilors Christian Dumais, Donald Landers and Robert Tunnera supported it. Terms of settlement agreement The applicant for the project, Waypoint Residential, had appealed the City Council’s decision to Land Court.

In the complaint, attorneys representing Waypoint argued the City Council did not have the jurisdiction to require a traffic light on Route 20 as a condition for approval of the application. Waypoint and the City Council then settled and filed a joint request for the Land Court to remand and return the issue to the council. Waypoint would contact

MassDOT with a request for a traffic light and traffic study of the site’s intersection with the highway. As part of the agreement Waypoint would classify 20% of the housing at Walcott as affordable instead of 15% as previously proposed. It also agreed to increase the number of charging stations from two to four as part of the settlement, and to start construction

no sooner than April 14, 2023. In a letter to the City Council, Mayor Arthur Vigeant recommended the council set a public hearing for the revised Walcott application. “In my opinion, the revised application is consistent with the terms of the settlement agreement, and is ready for City Council consideration,” Vigeant wrote.

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SHREWSBURY - In response to the current drought, the Board of Selectmen approved additional water restrictions during its meeting July 26. The restrictions went into place July 27 and will remain through Sept. 30. They prohibit filling swimming pools or adding more than two inches to an existing, filled pool. Further, this prohibited the use of automatic or manual lawn sprinklers or sprinkler systems. However, it allows children’s wading pools and hand-held devices for outdoor watering in gardens, shrubs, trees and the lawn. Water and Sewer Superintendent Dan Rowley said the town was in “good shape” in terms of its water levels and was meeting the demand. “But as the heat continues and the drought gets worse, we ’ re ce r ta i n l y ge t t i n g

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cubic feet per second. Rowley said Shrewsbury was about at that trigger point — currently at 2.09 cubic feet per second — and the town may see it reach the trigger point over the next couple of days. That restriction would be one day a week for nonessential watering. “ This is the first year since I’ve been here where the stream flow has actually gotten close to the trigger point,” he said. The last time Shrewsbury implemented additional water use restrictions was in 2016. Rowley said the town will continue to monitor the situation. “If we need to move to a full outdoor water ban, that may be something we want to consider,” he said. Shrewsbury is not the only community to take action in response to the drought. Westborough and Hudson recently implemented similar restrictions.

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dispute over whether she had completed a lift in one motion. “She made the lift, but the judges said she didn’t make the lift,” Black said. Black said the other girls all performed very well. He said Desjardins added six kilograms to her total from her previous meet, and Ghani added five. He said that Li’s performance was probably the gutsiest of the group, finishing with a 92

kilogram total. “She missed her first two snatches, and nobody wants to be in that situation,” Black said. “Then she came out and made her third, so that helped her stay in the competition.” The girls decided to get involved with weightlifting for different reasons. Some of their parents use the same gym and heard about the club through it, while Li was inspired to join because Gamache was in it. Gamache said that joining the club has helped her gain confidence in competing and trust in herself. Li said that it has helped her with anxiety, and Desjardins said it helped her become more comfortable with working out in front of other people. Ghani said weightlifting has been rewarding in developing strength, which she has always wanted. “There’s no other way of putting it than just simply wanting to be strong and powerful,” she said.

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Cancer1Source receives grant, Jean Peters honored for volunteer service THE CITY MOURNS the passing of Mary (Cronin) Giorgi, former English Teacher for Marlborough Public Schools. The City also mourns the passing of Matthew Colicchio who worked for Marlborough Department of Public Works. We extend our condolences to both families.

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and bring forward one or more fiscally responsible plans to advance a project for further consideration by the taxpayers of Southborough, including consideration of a public/ private partnership. • Options must consider at least one scenario where the Woodward School is available for reuse and another scenario where it is not available for reuse. • Communication must be maintained with the Neary Building Committee as the work of the CC Committee will be considered as part of the Feasibility Study that will kick off shortly. • CC Committee should make a preliminary presentation by December 2022 in a public meeting of the Select Board, with the expectation that all work should be completed by June 2023.

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Hudson Rotary Club, teachers hold summer reading workshops By Caroline Gordon Reporter

Parents, student hone skills The program, called Hawks Read, spanned four days over the past several weeks. In one room, parents were instructed by McGowan on tips and tricks on reading literacy. In another room, the children were working with teachers from Hudson Public Schools on the concepts taught to the parents. The skills parents and children honed during the workshops included reading comprehension, oral reading fluency, motivating a reluctant reader and goal setting. Parents also observed

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HUDSON - With sponsorship from the Rotary Club and help from Hudson teachers and the Hudson High School Interact Club, community members gathered together this summer to help parents support their elementary school-aged children’s reading skills. Zach Maule, a rotarian and father, said the idea for the event came to him when his daughter was working with reading specialist Julie McGowan. “Observing her [McGowan] and learning a bunch of stuff myself was really useful to how I was interacting with my kids,” Maule said. “In addition, as a result of lost learning these past few years, we want to do things to catch our kids up.” He then discussed the idea with McGowan and Hudson High School social studies

teacher and adviser of the Interact Club Pam Porter, who had wanted the club to host a reading program for Hudson children. “The program has been a large success as a result of Pam and Julie’s efforts,” he said.

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Matthew Sargent named Labor Day parade grand marshal Grand marshal | from page 1

877 at the Prudential Center in Boston and a Navy reservist as a Strategic Sealift Officer, where he is in charge of the military sealift command ships. “My career in the reserves really supplements my merchant career and supports the Navy,” Sargent said. “Bouncing around and doing different things for the Navy has broadened my horizons and it’s always a sense of pride to be in my uniform.” Sargent has worked to honor Marlborough’s veterans through a number of ways. He helped organize the Medal of Liberty Ceremony that honored residents who died during World War II. He helped provide the city with research that led to the naming of the Goodnow Brothers School and the softball field at the High School after Richard Demers and baseball field at Whitcomb after Harold Cole. Honor Roll After graduating from the Massachusetts Maritime Acad-

Matthew Sargent stands in front of the Doughboy Monument in Marlborough.

emy in 2009, Sargent spent nine years sailing around the United States, Europe, and Asia, with the Military Sealift Command and the American Maritime Officers Union. During that time, he was stationed on the USS Mount Whitney in Italy, where he toured the Sicily-Rome American Cemetery and Memorial and the Commonwealth of Nations Anzio War Cemetery. While touring the cemeteries, he paid his respects to veterans from Marlborough, including John Chase and Alfred Gregoire. When Sargent returned to Marlborough, he wondered who these men were and felt “disappointed” when he could not gather more information about their lives. So, Sargent decided to take matters into his own hands and began conducting research to discover more about the stories of deceased Marlborough veterans. A few years ago, he became involved with the Marlborough Historical Society – for which he

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wood Cemetery. After Sargent saw a laminated tag describing the deceased’s life at another cemetery, he decided to create a similar tag for his grandfather. Soon enough, the tag caught the attention of residents in a Marlborough Facebook group, who also wanted one for their veteran relatives. “I said, ‘I can help you. I can do one for your family too.’ It’s grown from there,” he said. Sargent said the historical society and veterans agency has been a “huge help” as they provide money for him to purchase the grave markers. “It still feels overwhelming at times because it’s such a big project, but it’s nice to see progress with putting up the markers, putting out more photos, and telling more stories each year,” he said. Labor Day parade Now, Sargent is being honored for his work in Marlborough. Grand marshal | 15

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Steve Sharek appointed to Hudson School Committee Sharek | from page 1

civic activities and that he enjoys serving the public in government roles. He said he had previously been a city councilor in New Bedford and a town moderator in Dartmouth. Since moving to Hudson, he has served on the Hudson Historical Commission before joining the Finance

Sargent named grand marshal Grand marshal | from page 14

“Even though it’s a big city, there’s a sense of community in a lot of respects,” he said. “More places should strive for that sense of community.” Mayor Arthur Vigeant noted Sargent has a “keen” interest in honoring veterans and volunteering for the City with “numerous initiatives” and often sharing new ideas to supplement services. He added, “He not only serves his country but also dedicates time to his local community in a unique, quiet, and behind-the-

scenes type of way. I’m proud to have the opportunity to recognize Matt for his continued community involvement and contributions.” The Labor Day parade will be held on Sept. 5. The parade will feature both new and favorite entries. According to a release from Vigeant’s office, there are plans to complement Sargent’s efforts to preserve the past by adding new re-enactments to the parade. For more information on the parade, visit https://marlboroughlabordayparade.com/.

Committee in 2018. Of the three candidates, only Sharek was present at the meeting. “I’m here to put my name out front and hope that you’ll consider it for School Committee,” Sharek said. Questions about budget, committee’s role Sharek noted he has been employed as the executive director of the Massachusetts Association of Vocational Administrators since 2018. He said if any issue involving vocational education or the Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School arose he would walk out and abstain from voting. Select Board member Shawn Sadowski asked Sharek what the role of the School Committee is. Sharek responded that the committee has three responsibilities under the law: to hire, supervise and evaluate a superintendent; to set the school department’s policy

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and to approve a budget. “In addition to that, you can shine light as a public official on issues that you see within your general realm of importance that you want to get out before the public,” Sharek said. Sadowski also asked Sharek about the timeliness of the department’s budget. Sadowski has in the past noted that the School Department’s budget has come in past the January deadline. Sharek said that bringing the budget in on time would be a priority for him. “It’s a process; the School

Committee adopts a budget, but then it has to be reviewed by other entities and should be able to be reviewed in a timely manner,” Sharek said. “Certainly, the Finance Committee should not get the first look of the budget in May.” Select Board Chair Scott Duplisea thanked all candidates for applying, saying their resumes were impressive. Sadowski also noted that with Sharek’s appointment, there is now an open seat on the town’s Finance Committee, and that anyone interested should submit an interest card.

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in with sports injuries. “We love to work with the athletes,” he said. “From cheerleaders to football players, they’re hyper-motivated to get over their injuries and get back to doing what they love.” Another growing aspect of therapy is dry needling. This treatment uses a thin, fine filament needle to create a response to increase blood flow and help with pain management. In the fall of 2022, Flaherty Physical Therapy will add a pelvic health program to its offerings. “The pelvic health program will initially be available for female pelvic floor dysfunction,” said Flaherty. “As the program develops and our therapists receive further training, we plan to offer this to both female and male patients. We anticipate this program growing quickly and strive to provide a safe, comfortable environment to

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The former Regal Cinemas is located at 231 Turnpike Road and was acquired by the town earlier this year.

review of the [request for proposals],” she said. The former movie theater, which is located at 231 Turnpike Road, was built in 1997. It abruptly closed over four years ago. After a search for the property’s owner, the town acquired the site by foreclosure earlier this year. This March,

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aware that they may not be able to use the building without extensive renovations. Police Chief Jeffrey Lourie detailed some of the damage done at the theater as well as ongoing problems on the theater site outside of the building itself during Town Meeting. “From a public safety standpoint, the sooner we get rid of that property, the better,” Lourie said at the time. In June, the town held a walkthrough of the theater before the proposals were due last week. During a June 28 meeting, Assistant Town Manager Kim Foster told the Select Board that 37 entities had requested copies of the RFP for the property.

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However, she noted that the town knew it wouldn’t get all of those requests back in terms of actual submissions. Dorr told the Community Advocate that the Select Board will be the selection committee. As of July 28, the timeline for awarding the RFP was still under discussion. The Select Board was expected to discuss the former theater during an executive session on Tuesday.

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COMMUNITY OBITUARIES The Community Advocate will post obituaries online (and in print, as space allows). Please send information (and a picture if desired) to tracy@communityadvocate.com. Here is a complete list of individual obituaries posted on the Community Advocate website (www. communityadvocate.com).

DEATHS Bartolini Jr., Leo of Southborough Bolack, James of Grafton Burbeck, Stephen of Marlborough Clifford, Roger formerly of Hudson Crouse, Melbourne of Shrewsbury Dunbar, Jamie of Marlborough Earner, Patrick of Shrewsbury Giorgi, Mary of Marlborough Johnson, Karen formerly of Northborough Kelley, Diane of Shrewsbury Nelson, Katharine of Shrewsbury Smith, Lois of Northborough, formerly of Marlborough Smith, Mary formerly of Marlborough Smolskis, Anthony of Shrewsbury Tonner, Ruth of Marlborough Valentino, Gloria of Shrewsbury Weissinger, Nancy of Northborough Winston, Thomas of West Roxbury and Grafton

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Diane E. Kelley, 60 SHREWSBURY - Diane E. (Long) Kelley, of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 29, 2022 w it h her husband by her side. Beloved wife of Timothy J. Kelley of 33 years. She was the eldest child of Gerald and Joan (Aubut) Long of Montreal, Quebec and is survived by her siblings, brother Graham Long of Toronto, Ontario ; sister Colleen Long and her husband Stan Booth of Hudson, Quebec; brother Bryan Long and his wife Nathalie Fong of Pierrefonds, Quebec and sister in law Joanne Tremblay of Val-d’Or, Quebec. Diane is also lovingly remembered by her sister in law Maureen Duke of Shrewsbury; brother in laws: Donald Kelley Jr and his wife Kathleen of Worcester, MA; Dennis Kelley and his wife Diana of New Bedford, MA and Justin Kelley and his wife Robin of Hebron, Connecticut. Auntie Diane will also be re-

membered by her many nieces and nephews. Diane was a graduate of Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec where she received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree. Diane worked as Director of Social Services at Christopher House in Worcester, MA for the past 6 years and previously worked at other nursing homes in Central MA. She will be remembered for her love of antiques and cooking, the trips to “up north”, the annual treks to “the farm”, her friends and family, and her beloved cats. The Chiampa Funeral Home of Shrewsbury assisted with arrangements.

Nancy E. Weissinger, 90 NORTHBOROUGH - Nancy E. Weissinger, aged 90 years, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 25, 2022. She was one of three children to the late Andrew and Ellen (Lantinen) Peterson. She was a Belmont Hill resident and a graduate of North High in Worcester. Nancy is survived by her son Thomas R. Weissinger and his wife Kathryn Curry of Hopkinton; by her daughter Sally Morris and her husband John of Exeter, NH; 6 grandchildren Kate Morris, Ellie Morris, Sam Morris, Andrew Xavier, Sara Weissinger and Antonio Weissinger. She was preceded in death by her son Curtis S. Weissinger and her siblings, Robert Peterson and Ruth Nelson. Hays Funeral Home of Northborough assisted with arrangements.

Karen L. Johnson, 57 YORK, MAINE - Karen L. Johnson, 57, of York, ME, formerly of Northborough, MA, died on July, 10, 2022 after a short period of declining health. Karen was born on Nov. 21st, 1964, in Worcester, MA, the youngest of 4 children. Karen is survived by her

partner of many years, Nancy Kelly, Nancy’s sons Nelson and Ryan Kelly and families, of Arizona, her mother, Joan (Enman) Brigham of Kittery, ME, sister Linda Corbett and husband Patrick of Northborough, MA, brother Steven Johnson and partner Jacqui Coons of N. Hampton, NH, and brother James Johnson and wife Suzanne of Worcester, MA. Also, nephews Jack and Kevin Corbett and nieces Chelsea, and Madison Johnson, stepmother Edna Johnson of Kennebunk, ME and family and the family of Arnold Brigham. She is pre-deceased by her father, H. Conrad Johnson and stepfather Arnold Brigham. A Celebration of Life luncheon will be held on Saturday, August 13th at 1:00 pm at the American Legion, 402 West Main St., Northborough, MA, 01532. Friends and family are welcome.

Leo F. Bartolini Jr., 72 SOUTHBOROUGH - Leo F. Bartolini, Jr, 72, of Southborough, died Thursday, July 21, 2022, at his home in Southborough. He was the son of the late Josephine J (Tiziani) and Leo F. Bartolini, Sr., and was predeceased by his first wife, Kerry Ann (McDonnell) Bartolini. Leo is survived by his wife, Rhonda (Simard) Bartolini of Southborough; his sons, Leo F. Bartolini, III and his wife Allison of Chelmsford; Brendan Bartolini of Southborough; his brothers, Ronald Bartolini of Dennis; Paul Bartolini of Wakefield, NH; his by his grandchildren, Charlotte, Violet and Payson and many nieces and nephews and cousins. The Morris-Johnston Funeral Home, Inc. of Southborough assisted with arrangements.

Gloria R. Valentino, 89 SHREWSBURY - Gloria R. (Amaral) Valentino, 89, a lifelong Shrewsbury

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Plants and her husband Josh, Chelsea Valentino, Michael Valentino and his fiancé Christina Cruz; five great grandchildren, Molly, Lucy, Arthur, Wesley, and Shelby; a brother, Albert Amaral: Many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. In addition to her husband and daughter, she was predeceased by three brothers, Richard “Dick”, Robert “Bob”, and Ronald Amaral and a sister, Shirley Viscosi all predeceased her. The Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel of Worcester assisted with arrangements.

Anthony V. Smolskis, 94 SHREWSBURY - Anthony V. Smolskis, 94 of 790 Grafton St., WWII Veteran, Machinist, died Friday July 22, in Bass Harbor, Maine after a short illness. Born and raised in Worcester, son of the late Anthony Smolskis and Mary Urches. He leaves three daughters Christina A. Donovan and her husband Roland of Bass Harbor, ME, to with whom he lived with during his las few years and enjoyed every moment there. Patricia Moran of Florida. Julianne LaTour and husband Clark of Douglas, MA. Two grandchildren, grandson Michael LaTour and Chels Fiorillo. granddaughter Justine (LaTour) Gibbons and her husband Joseph and their daughter Genevieve Joy, Anthony’s first great grand-daughter. Anthony was predeceased by his beloved wife of over 50 years, Irene R. Lakus. His brothers Stephen Willins and William Valancius, three sisters, Valerie Blum, Isabelle Zaparaska, Blanche Grudzinski. The Roney Funeral Home of North Grafton assisted with arrangements.

Melbourne C. Crouse, 97 SHREWSBURY - Melbourne C. “Mel” Crouse, 97, of Shrewsb u r y, M A , passed away p e a ce f u l l y at his home surrounded by his loving family

on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Born on March 21, 1925 in the fishing village of Crescent Beach, Nova Scotia, Canada to Hattie (Harriet Publicover) Crouse and Raymond Crouse. Melbourne was pre-deceased by his wife Alice (Anderson) Crouse, son Clifford Crouse, and brother Lowell Crouse. He is survived by his children Raymond Crouse and wife Diane of Shrewsbury, Doran Crouse and his wife Nancy Fillers, of Magnolia, DE, David Crouse of No. Grafton and his partner Cindy Ide, of So. Grafton, Dana Crouse of Shrewsbury and his partner Honor Seaver of Grafton, Ellen Richard and her husband Michael of Millbury, Alison Galati and her husband Vito of Rowley, and daughter-in-law Lena Heavey and her husband Danny of Worcester. He also leaves behind his brother Warren Crouse and his wife Alice, of Somerville, ME. Melbourne has nine grandchildren: Tara Sullivan, Erin Demand, Heather Creelman, DJ Heavey, Cindy Thibodeau, Kevin Crouse, Terence Crouse, Nathan Crouse, Jillian Richard and 14 greatgrandchildren. The Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

Lois E. Smith, 84 NORTHBOROUGH - Lois E. ( Johnson) Smith, 84 of Northborough and formerly of Marlborough died on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at Beaumont of Northborough surrounded by her loving family. Lois was born in Marlborough, the daughter of the late Irving L. and Helen (Logan) Johnson. Lois is survived by her son, Robert W. Smith, and his wife Helen; her daughter Karen M. Bates and her husband Ed all of Marlborough; 6 grandchildren, Amanda, Angela, Stacey, Brian, Tiffaney and Victoria; 11 great-grandchildren, Bailey, Alexis, Jordan, Ryan, Zoey, Joey, Rowan, Nolan, Harper, Savannah, and Bryson. Lois was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, William E. Smith in 2011 and her sister Karen White. The Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.

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SHREWSBURY - Katharine M. (Colaizzi) Nelson, 94, of Shrewsbury, passed away p e ace f u l l y on Sunday, July 24, 2022 at the Christopher House of Worcester. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Donald R. “Bob” Nelson, in 2008, and by their son, Donald R. Nelson, Jr., in 2016. She leaves her devoted children: Katharine Furst and her husband Arthur, Suzanne Bell and her husband Andy, Patricia Nelson and her husband Bill Ellis, Paul Nelson and his wife Rosario, David Nelson and his wife Carol, William Nelson and his wife Patricia, Stephan Nelson, and Elizabeth Ward and her husband Michael; her daughter-in-law, Suzanne Nelson; her grandchildren: Alana, TJ, and Paul Curtis Nelson, Max and Sam Furst, Andrea and David Bell, and Skylar Nelson; six greatgrandchildren; and multiple nieces and nephews. Katharine was also predeceased by two grandchildren, Jahmal Nelson and Matthew Maloney; and all eight of her siblings. The Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home assisted with arrangements.

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James M. Bolack, 62 GRAFTON - James “Red” M. Bolack, 62, passed away July 27, 2022 at Rhode Island Hospital following a brief illness. Red was born October 2, 1 959 i n Worcester, MA and was a life long resident of Grafton He leaves his loving family; his parents Eva (Benoit) and Francis Bolack, his sisters Tracy Jolie and her husband David and Diane Caputo and her husband Lance, his brother David Bolack and his wife Trish, his many nieces and nephews; Crystal Wypyszinski, Madison and Olivia Jolie, and Arielle, Jordana, Justina, Chelsea, Lauryn, Leonard, Davis and Clark Caputo and great nephew Robert and great niece Amanda. The Roney Funeral Home

SHREWSBURY - Patrick J. Earner in Shrewsbury formerly of South Boston passed away on July 20, 2022. Beloved husband of Orathai (Wongrad) Earner. Devoted father of Ethan and Emily Earner of Shrewsbury. Cherished brother of Carolyn, Diane, Joanne, Ginger, Joe, Eddie and the late John and Bobby. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. The O’Brien Funeral Home of South Boston assisted with arrangements.

Tom Winston, 54 WEST ROXBURY/GRAFTON - Tom Winston, 54, of West Roxbury and Grafton, MA, died suddenly on Sunday, July 24, 2022. He was born to the late Patrick and Mary Winston of Belmont, MA and was a proud first-generation Irishman. Tom carried on their legacy of hard work, dedication, and faith in God in all that he did. Left behind to carry on his legacy is his wife, Karen Larkin of West Roxbury, MA, his two greatest accomplishments, his children, Connor and Rose Winston of Millbury, MA as well as his two stepsons, Connor and Mather Graham of West Roxbury, MA. Also carrying on his legacy is his sister Patricia (Winston) Bragg, husband Duane Bragg and their son Martin of Andover, MA. Tom leaves behind many cousins and friends who felt like family. The Gormley Funeral Home of West Roxbury assisted with arrangements.

Mary A. Giorgi, 79 MARLBOROUGH - Mary A. (Cronin) Giorgi, 79, of Marlborough, finished her long and difficult journey o n T h u rs day, July 21, 2022. She was a warrior, fighting her disease

valiantly for many years before God called her home. Mary was born in Marlborough, the daughter of the late Daniel and Cora (Phaneuf) Cronin. She was predeceased by her sister, Catherine Roche, and brother, Paul Cronin. Mary is survived by her husband of 57 years, Anthony D. Giorgi of Marlborough; her 5 children, Andrea Giorgi, Francesca Scott and her husband, Theodore, all of Marlborough, Marisa Giorgi Woodford and her husband David of Hudson, David Giorgi and his wife Kristen of Sterling; and Peter Giorgi of Paxton; her 13 grandchildren, Amanda, Angela, Melissa, Nicholas, Daria, Dominic, Daniella, Anthony, Ava, Sean, Lindsey, Olivia and Sydney; her great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mary grew up in Marlborough, right around the corner from her future husband. She attended IC School, St. Anne’s Academy, and Anna Maria College. She began her teaching career in Milford, alongside her husband, but left to raise her family two years later. In 1985, she returned to teaching in the Marlborough Public Schools for another 15 years. She was an exemplary, well-respected, and inspiring English teacher who would be named “Teacher of the Year” and was selected as an honoree of National Honor Society students year after year. Her favorite role, though was as a mother and “Nana.” Her children and grandchildren’s #1 fan, Mary could be seen at every event cheering them on. She volunteered as a Girl Scout leader, soccer coach, and CCD teacher at the former St. Ann Parish. When she could find some time for herself, Mary loved reading anything and everything, listening to John Denver and Neil Diamond, and going for walks with her husband both here in Marlborough and at York Beach, Maine. The family would like to thank the caregivers at Dodge Park Rest Home for the many years of loving care and support for Mary and her family. The Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements. Scan QR code to read all of this week’s obituaries on our website.

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TOWN OF HUDSON UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK LICENSE The Hudson Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing to consider an application received from Global Montello Group Corp., 800 South Street, Suite 500, Waltham, MA 023453 for three tanks (24,000, 8,000 and 8,000 gallons) for an underground storage of flammables license. Said license will be located at 240 & 242 Washington Street, Hudson, MA 01749. The hearing will be held at the Hudson Police Station, 911 Municipal Drive, Hudson, MA 01749, on Monday, August 22, 2022 at 7:00 PM. For more information call (978) 562-9963. CM 7/29, 8/5

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Applicant: WP Marlborough MA Owner, LLC Locus: 339 Boston Post Road East Map 72, Parcel 35 and Map 73, Parcels 24, 26, 26A & 28 Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Marlborough will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, August 22, 2022 at 8:00 PM in City Council Chambers, 2nd floor City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, Massachusetts, pursuant to a Remand Order by the Land Court, on the Revised Application for a Special Permit from WP Marlborough MA Owner, LLC, to build a multifamily residential project in the Business District, consisting of 140 units in 3 buildings to be located at 339 Boston Post Road East. Per the remand order, this public hearing shall be for the limited purpose of considering the changes to the previously contemplated draft decision to grant the special permit. This hearing will incorporate all prior submitted materials and testimony on the special permit application. The application materials, plans and proposed revised decision are available for viewing in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 140 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752, Telephone 508-460-3775. In addition, the plans and proposed revised decision will be available online at www. marlborough-ma.gov/city-council under Public Hearing Notices. Per Order of the City Council #20/22-1007995Q MC 8/5

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Town of Shrewsbury Town Center Comprehensive Transportation and Multimodal Study In accordance with MGL c. 30B the Town of Shrewsbury is seeking proposals for the Town Center Comprehensive Transportation and Multimodal Study until 1:00 PM on Tuesday, September 13, 2022. The proposal forms and documents for the RFP may be downloaded at https:// shrewsburyma.gov/bids.aspx Sealed proposals will be received at the Town Manager’s office until 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 13, 2022. CM 8/5

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NOTICE OF HEARING G.L. CHAPTER 131, S. 40 Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, that Ann Moormann of 240 South Quinsigamond Ave, Shrewsbury MA has filed a Notice of Intent for the construction of a deck, patio, attached garage addition, and house expansion at 240 South Quinsigamond Ave. A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, August 16, 2022, in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room, Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury. SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION John Ostrosky, Chairman

the Industrial and Residence A Districts. Relief is requested under Section 174.8-7 (C) 9. A copy of the application may be requested through the Principal Assistant to the Zoning Board of Appeals at (508) 485-0717 X 3018 or jlamy@southboroughma.com.

of Southborough will hold a public hearing via a virtual Zoom meeting, Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. with regard to the petitions of John Bartolini Jr., affecting property at 68 Flagg Road and 359 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA. The petitioner is seeking to amend a Special Permit and Variance to modify an existing off-premises sign facing Route 9 providing direction to the business located at 359 Turnpike Road and to modify and rectify the language regarding the original approval. Properties are located in the Industrial District. Relief is requested under Section 174-411 (15) (E). A copy of the application may be requested through the Principal Assistant to the Zoning Board of Appeals at (508) 485-0717 X 3018 or jlamy@ southboroughma.com.

Pursuant to Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021, An Act Relative to Extending Certain COVID-19 Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency, signed into law on June 16, 2021, this meeting will be conducted via remote participation. No in-person attendance by members of the public will be permitted. CM 8/5, 8/12

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Notice is hereby given by Boulevard Towing of 550 Franklin Street Worcester, MA, pursuant to the provisions of Mass G.L c. 255, Section 39A, that they will sell the following vehicles on or after August 6, 2022 beginning at 10:00 am by public or private sale to satisfy their garage keeper’s lien for towing, storage, and notices of sale. Vehicles are being stored at Boulevard Towing.

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1. 2012 Dodge Ram VIN 3C63DRJL2CG302816 2. 2007 BMW 650I VIN WBAEK13537CN72456 3. 2012 Acura MDX VIN 2HNYD2H22CH545748 4. 2015 Chevrolet Equinox VIN 2GNFLGEK6F6263542 5. 2010 Subaru Legacy VIN 4S3BMBA61A3233753

Ferris Development 250 Turnpike Road Southborough, MA. 01772

The Board of Appeals of the Town of Southborough will hold a public hearing via a virtual Zoom meeting, Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 7:15 P.M. with regard to the petition Ferris Development, 250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA. The petitioner(s) is seeking to convert the existing site from office space to self-storage in

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NOTICE OF HEARING G.L. CHAPTER 131, S. 40 Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 131, s. 40, that Town of Shrewsbury, 100 Maple Ave Shrewsbury MA has filed a Notice of Intent for the construction of a new boat dock system including both moored and floating docks along with an ADAcompliant walkway at 223, 237-239 N. Quinsigamond Avenue. A public hearing will be held on the above notice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Evening, August 16, 2022, in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room, Richard D. Carney Municipal Office Building, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury. SHREWSBURY CONSERVATION COMMISSION John Ostrosky, Chairman CM 8/5

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John Bartolini, Jr. 359 Turnpike Road/68 Flagg Road Southborough, MA. 01772 The Board of Appeals of the Town

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Keeping the peace. Wednesday, July 20 8:28 a.m. Arrested, Malcolm J. McMann, 33, of 1 North St., Apt. 3, Grafton, for B&E for misdemeanor, disorderly conduct. 11:46 a.m. Providence Rd. Threatening. 1:20 p.m. N Main St. Larceny/ theft. 4:45 p.m. Carroll Rd. Road hazard. Thursday, July 21 8:21 a.m. Centennial Dr. Accident – property damage. 8:52 a.m. Creeper Hill Rd. Larceny/theft. 9:18 p.m. Arrested, Daniel Molina, 29, of 20 Auburn St., Apt. 2, Worcester, for marked lanes, OUI-liquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle. Friday, July 22 1:05 p.m. Providence Rd. Fraud/ identity theft. 1:21 p.m. Providence Rd./Blackberry Ln. Accident – personal injury. 4:08 p.m. Mass Pike E. Accident – personal injury. Saturday, July 23 1:02 p.m. Hitchings Rd. Keeping the peace.

Marlborough Tuesday, July 19 10:44 a.m. Greenwood St. Fraud/ forgery. 12:46 p.m. Talia Apartments/ Ames St. MVA property damage only. 1:26 p.m. Macy’s/Donald J. Lynch Blvd. Fraud/forgery. Wednesday, July 20 7:06 a.m. Brigham St./Leoleis Dr. MVA property damage only. 9:16 a.m. Target/Donald J. Lynch Blvd. MVA property damage only. 4:22 p.m. Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel/BPRW. MVA property damage only. 2:32 p.m. AT&T Small World Wireless/BPRW. Fraud/forgery. 5:25 p.m. West Main/Mount Pleasant Sts. MVA property damage only.

Thursday, July 21 12:57 p.m. Bolton Street Tavern/ Bolton St. MVA property damage only. 1:40 p.m. Boundary St. MVA property damage only. 3:02 p.m. Chestnut St. Larceny. 4:58 p.m. Maple St./Mill Street South. MVA property damage only. 7:52 p.m. Marlborough Hospital/Union St. Assault. 8:29 p.m. Arrested, Jose TaipeTene, 31, of 66 Prospect St., Apt. 1, Marlborough, for marked lanes violation, OUI-liquor or .08%, negligent operation of motor vehicle, possess open container of alcohol in MV, fail to appear upon recognizance, true warrant/warrant management system, arrestee furnishing false ID information to law enforcement, unlicensed operation of MV. 9:52 p.m. Millham St. MVA property damage only. 10:09 p.m. Lincoln St. Burglary/ B&E past. Friday, July 22 8:53 a.m. Mohican Path. Fraud/ forgery. 1:32 p.m. Bolton/Union Sts. MVA property damage only. 2:04 p.m. Marlborough Housing/Bolton St. Threats. 2:23 p.m. Carriage Path Condominiums/Wilson St. Larceny. 3:57 p.m. Stone Gate Apartments/Redbud Way. Threats. 5:15 p.m. BPRW. MVA property damage only. 7:16 p.m. Hosmer St./Spoonhill Ave. MVA property damage only. 7:28 p.m. Hosmer/East Main Sts. MVA property damage only. 8:03 p.m. Alltown Gas and Convenience/BPRE. Threats. 10:48 p.m. Ethel Ave. Larceny. Saturday, July 23 2:47 a.m. Wayside Racquet & Swim/Broadmeadow Rd. MVA property damage only. 8:56 a.m. Royal Crest Apartments/Royal Crest Dr. Fraud/ forgery. 10:06 a.m. Maple St. MVA prop-

erty damage only. 1:18 p.m. Maple/John Sts. MVA property damage only. 1:31 p.m. Royal Crest Apartments/Royal Crest Dr. MVA property damage only. 4:17 p.m. Memorial Beach/Hosmer St. Assault. 6:19 p.m. Ash St. MVA property damage only. 6:57 p.m. Lakeside Ave./Felton St. MVA property damage only. 8:20 p.m. Lincoln St. MVA with injuries. Sunday, July 24 3:08 a.m. Arrested, Quordea Grace Henry, 18, of 220 Lincoln St., Marlborough, for disturbing the peace. 12:02 p.m. Parmenter St. MVA with injuries. 12:26 p.m. Parmenter St. MVA property damage only. 12:46 p.m. Marlborough Housing Authority (Main Site)/Pleasant St. Threats. 6:37 p.m. Arrested, Cleiton Da Silva, 35, of 31 Clapp St., Apt. 1, Stoughton, for unlicensed operation of MV, possess open container of alcohol in MV, marked lanes violation, OUIliquor or .08%. 9:35 p.m. The Heights at Marlborough Apts/Briarwood Ln. Threats.

Northborough Monday, July 18 9:00 a.m. West Main St. Fraud. 10:40 p.m. Village Dr. Scams. Tuesday, July 19 2:16 p.m. Shops Way. Vandalism. Wednesday, July 20 7:21 p.m. Main St./Stratton Way. Accident: P.D. Thursday, July 21 11:19 a.m. Shops Way. Accident: P.D. Saturday, July 23 12:44 p.m. Otis St./Tomblin Hill Rd. Accident: P.D. 11:12 p.m. Arrested, Joao Batista Miranda, 41, of 4 Yorkshire Cir., Westborough, for speeding in viol special regulation, negligent operation of motor vehicle, OUI-

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Shrewsbury Wednesday, July 20 8:31 a.m. Chestnut St. Accident with injury. 12:13 p.m. Julio Dr. Assaults. 12:34 p.m. Green St. Assaults. 3:13 p.m. Elm St. Identity theft. 5:52 p.m. Oak St./Boston Tpke. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris. Thursday, July 21 7:54 a.m. Harrington Farms. Preserve the peace. 6:54 p.m. Crescent St. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris. 7:41 p.m. Boylston St. Identity theft. 8:37 p.m. Grafton St./Maplewood Rd. Road rage.

Friday, July 22 6:37 p.m. Crescent St. Preserve the peace. 6:46 p.m. Julio Dr. Harassment. 7:22 p.m. Lamplighter Dr. Larceny. 7:48 p.m. Crescent St. Larceny. 9:36 p.m. School St. Fireworks. Saturday, July 23 10:43 a.m. Shrewsbury Green St. Vandalism. 12:32 p.m. Plainfield Ave. Harassment. Sunday, July 24 7:03 a.m. Jefferson Dr. Dispute. 7:28 a.m. Trowbridge Ln. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris. 12:48 p.m. Prospect St. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris. 3:45 p.m. Gold/Cherry Sts. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris. 6:11 p.m. Boston Tpke. Dispute. 8:15 p.m. Vinnie Way. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris. Monday, July 25 9:48 a.m. Liberty Dr. Harassment. 10:35 a.m. Holman St. Road hazard – trees/wires/debris. 4:18 p.m. Thomas Farm Cir. Harassment. 7:23 p.m. Sheridan Dr. Threats. Tuesday, July 26 11:58 a.m. Arrested, Eric J. Kramer, 41, of 70 Boylston Cir., Shrewsbury, for possession Class E substance. 12:17 p.m. Shepard Ln. Identity theft. 3:58 p.m. South St. Harassment. 5:48 p.m. Boston Tpke. Vandalism. 6:28 p.m. Arbor Dr. Preserve the peace. 9:39 p.m. North Quinsigamond. Dispute. Wednesday, July 27 4:54 p.m. Boston Tpke. Larceny. 9:30 p.m. Bow St. Illegal dumping. 11:37 p.m. North St. Harassment.

Westborough Monday, July 18 12:54 a.m. Arrested, Adam M. Sachs, 48, of 280 Maynard Rd.,

Sudbury, for fail to stop/yield, possess Class B drug; David Michael Cote, 36, of 112 Forge Village Rd., Groton, for possess Class B drug; and Dylan Anthony Cournoyer II, 28, of 16 Waucantuck Rd., Worcester, on warrants. Tuesday, July 19 2:10 p.m. Haskell St. Larceny. 9:25 p.m. Otis St./Turnpike Rd. Road/tree. Wednesday, July 20 11:04 a.m. Arch St. Road/tree. 8:47 p.m. Turnpike Rd./Otis St. Road/tree. Thursday, July 21 2:39 p.m. Turnpike Rd. Larceny. Friday, July 22 6:40 a.m. Harvey Ln. Burglary/ breaking & entering. 11:30 a.m. W Main St. Accident property damage. 4:40 p.m. Turnpike Rd. Road/ tree. Saturday, July 23 1:59 p.m. Byard Ln. Larceny. 7:37 p.m. Arrested, Evan R. Charbonneau, 29, of 306 Greenwood St., Worcester, for shoplifting by concealing merchandise. Sunday, July 24 8:25 p.m. Otis St./Turnpike Rd. Road/tree. Monday, July 25 1:16 a.m. Arrested, Francis Joseph Mattioli IV, 32, of 86 Lakewood St., Apt. 1, Worcester, for trafficking in Fentanyl, warrants, and Abbie Lee Jennings, 29, of 15 Oread St. RM, Apt. 13, Worcester, for possess Class A drug. 6:28 p.m. O’Neil Dr. Burglary/ breaking & entering. 10:02 p.m. Otis St./Turnpike Rd. Road/tree. Tuesday, July 26 11:47 a.m. Milk St. Accident – hit & run. 2:33 p.m. Research Dr. Accident property damage. 2:56 p.m. Milk St. Accident property damage. 8:14 p.m. Turnpike Rd. Road/ tree.

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military career, noting he held a counterintelligence job and was promoted to first sergeant after three years. Toorock said the mission of the Quilt of Valor Foundation is to “cover” service members and veterans touched by war. In 2003, founder Catherine Roberts, a mother of a soldier who was based in Afghanistan, envisioned her son wrapped in a warm quilt, so she delivered three quilts to Walter Reed Hospital.

The next day, the admiral asked her to create 100 more, Toorock said. “ T h e Q u i l ts o f Va l o r Foundation wishes to recognize you for your service to our nation. We consider it a privilege to do so,” Toorock said. “While we will never know the extent of your sacrifice to protect and defend the United States of America, we award you this Quilt of Valor as an expression of gratitude from a grateful nation.”

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ticipate in tankdriving experiences and rides, which will be taking place over the weekend. The price to drive a M24 Chaffee Light tank for 20 minutes is a $995 donation, and the price Visitors will be able to see some of the American to drive a M4 Heritage Museum’s tanks. Sherman me5 p.m. dium tank for 20 minutes is Tickets cost $25 for adults, a $1,495 donation. The cost $20 for seniors and veterans for a 10-minute ride in the and $15 for children under the M24 Chaffee is $595 per group age of 12. Members, children of three, and the cost for a under the age of 3 and World 10-minute ride in the M4 SherWar II and Korean War veterman is $595 per group of two. ans can attend for free. For more information and People can purchase tickets to purchase tickets online, visit online or at the entrance. https://www.americanherAttendees can also paritagemuseum.org/.

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