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1. Westborough Gets $115K For Route 9 Traffic Study, Upgraded Signage (patch.com) — Westborough is set to receive $115,000 in state funding for a Route 9 traffic study and upgraded roadway signage, aimed at improving safety for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. The money comes from a Fair Share Amendment earmark secured by Sen. Michael Moore, directing millionaire’s tax revenue to local transportation needs. Town officials are expected to release more details about how the study will be carried out.
2. Beloved Marlborough Restaurant Expands With Second Location In Westborough (patch.com) — Westborough diners will soon get a new option as Chill Kitchen & Bar, a Marlborough favorite for comfort food and craft cocktails, opens a second location at 32 Lyman Street in the Westborough Shopping Center. Approved by the Select Board for full-service dining and bar operations, the restaurant plans a relaxed, family-run atmosphere with fresh ingredients, local craft beer and a private dining area.
3. Westborough Police Respond To Questions After Enforcement During Protests (patch.com) — Westborough police are clarifying why officers issued only warnings for excessive horn use during recent Saturday protests at the downtown Rotary, citing state law on harsh noise. The department emphasized it supports brief honks of support and remains impartial to all political views while responding to community questions about its enforcement decisions.
4. We need our readers' help. Who are the best MetroWest high school athletes ever? (milforddailynews.com) — Westborough High’s unbeaten boys lacrosse team is highlighted in a recent showdown with Shrewsbury, which stayed perfect with an 11-6 win. Now, sports editors are asking MetroWest readers to nominate the greatest-ever local high school athletes in several sports, inviting Westborough residents to weigh in on hometown standouts.
5. Arraignment postponed for woman charged in fatal Southborough crash (metrowestdailynews.com) — A fatal Route 9 crash in nearby Southborough that killed a Leominster woman is now moving more slowly through the courts, with the Bolton driver’s arraignment in Westborough District Court postponed to May 8. Westborough-area residents may see continued legal activity around this case, which involves multiple driving-related charges and allegations of wrong-way travel.
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