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Why are Crews Working on the Forbes Roof?

The latest 'You Ask, Patch Answers' addresses that question.

Editor's note: In our column "You Ask, Patch Answers," we help you to find answers to your questions. Email westborough@patch.com if you have a question that you would like us to investigate. Today, we answer this emailed inquiry: I saw some workers on the Forbes Municipal Building roof Thursday. What's happening? Westborough Buildings and Grounds Supervisor Frank Cornine told Westborough Patch on Thursday that about an eight-foot section of copper bent to resemble crown molding flew off during a storm not long ago, and "the wood behind it was rotted." Crews began fixing the problem Monday, and should be finished today, Cornine said.

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Why is a Pink Ribbon on the Forbes Building Lawn?

The latest 'You Ask, Patch Answers' addresses that question.

Editor's note: In our column "You Ask, Patch Answers," we help you to find answers to your questions. Email westborough@patch.com if you have a question that you would like us to investigate. Today, we answer this emailed inquiry: "What's the meaning of the pink ribbon in front of the Forbes Municipal Building?" This ribbon of mums has been placed in front of the building for about the past four Octobers for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, says resident Earl Storey, who does it with resident Bev Linnane. Storey, a Westborough Department of Public Works employee, said Wednesday that a man had approached the town manager about planting a garden for his mother, who had breast cancer. The town manager asked Storey and Recreation …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: June 26

What is the name of that movie? You know, the one with Glenn Close? She plays a woman passing as a man.... I can name that movie in three notes...

  Each morning, Westborough Patch presents “5 Things You Need to Know,” a collection of announcements, events, reminders and odd little ditties to help you organize your day. What will you be doing today?   1. The Westborough Public Library presents a free movie for adults today at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.What movie, you ask? Apparently, the library can’t tell us due to licensing. But, here’s the deal: It stars Glenn Close who plays a woman passing as a man in order to work and survive in 19th century Ireland. The movie is free. You can call the library at 508-366-3050 for the title. Do you know the title? Tell us in the comments! 2. The Hot Summer Nights program, for students going into grades 6 to 10, is offering a craft night on Monday, …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: June 21

Does your child like to sing?

  Each morning, Westborough Patch presents “5 Things You Need to Know,” a collection of announcements, events, reminders and odd little ditties to help you organize your day. What will you be doing today?   1. Worcester Children’s Chorus (WCC) is holding auditions for its 2012-2013 season. The chorus is open to boys and girls throughout Worcester County ages 8 to 18 for placement in one of four treble ensembles which rehearse weekly at Assumption College. To schedule an audition, call 508-767-7077 or email wccprogram@gmail.com. For more information visit www.worcesterchildrenschorus.org. 2. There is a book discussion taking place at 10:30 a.m. at the Westborough Public Library, 55 West Main St. The featured book is Nothing Daunted, by …

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MaryJo Kurtz

10:56 am on Thursday, June 21, 2012

The MBTA reports that heat restrictions will delay trains by about 10 to 15 minutes throughout the afternoon, 1 to 7 p.m.   more ›

Public Invited to Talk About New Recreation Center

At its March 28 meeting, the Municipal Building Committee also scheduled public tours of the fire station.

  The Municipal Building Committee met on Wednesday, March 28 to continue its discussions on the renovation projects at Town Hall and the Forbes Municipal Building, the construction of a new fire station and the proposal to build a town recreation center. The panel scheduled a public meeting to get resident input about a new recreation center. The date is Tuesday, May 1. The group also planned two public open house dates at the fire station. Residents will be able to tour the station on Saturdays May 5 and 12 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. According to a posting on the town website, other highlights from the meeting include these actions:  

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: March 18

Are you surprised by some of the decisions made by voters at the Saturday sessions of town meeting?

  Each morning, Westborough Patch presents “5 Things You Need to Know,” a collection of announcements, events, reminders and odd little ditties to help you organize your day.   1. The Annual Town Meeting will continue on Monday, March 19 at 7 p.m. in the Westborough High School auditorium. The meeting will resume with Article 8. 2. At Special Town Meeting last night, voters said no to the proposed building renovation plans for Town Hall and the Forbes Municipal Building, and they also nixed the plan for the new Recreation Center. 3. Despite debate on several issues, the FY13 budget put before voters at the Annual Town Meeting was approved as proposed at the Saturday, March 17 meeting. 4. Voters approved an $11 million dollar fire station …

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IMAGE GALLERY: Pinewood Derby Rolls Into Forbes Building

Westborough Cub Scout Pack 100 held its annual race on Saturday, March 10.

  It was a new venue for Westborough Cub Scout Pack 100 and the annual Pinewood Derby on Saturday, March 10. After years of holding the event at the Westborough Senior Center, the Scouts and dozens of supporters turned out in the auditorium of the Forbes Municipal Building. Beginning at 10:30 a.m., a weighing station opened at the entrance to the auditorium and contestants lined up with their creations. Some of the cars were built for speed, others for creativity. Three parents weighed, measured and registered each car. The cars, designed from wooden blocks, must meet size regulations and weigh no more than 5 ounces. Races started at about 11:15. A crowd surrounded a large metal track which was set up in the middle of the hall. Cheers …

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Zac

7:37 am on Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Thank you MaryJo, it was so much fun working with Hunter, he's such a neat kid.   more ›