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1. Kate Donaghue For State Representative: MA Patch Candidate Profile — Voters get a closer look at state representative candidate Kate Donaghue's background, priorities, and positions as she makes her case to represent a Massachusetts district on Beacon Hill, information that can help Westborough residents understand broader State House dynamics. (Westborough Patch)
2. Costco Plans 33 New Stores: New Location Proposed In MA — Costco outlines plans to open 33 new warehouse stores, including a proposed Massachusetts location, a move that could reshape where Westborough shoppers travel for bulk groceries and household goods. (Worcester Patch)
3. City Councilor wants report on Amazon delivery in Worcester (spectrumnews1.com) — Amazon's proposed drone deliveries from its Otis Street facility in Westborough face strong resident pushback and ongoing town and FAA review, with Planning Board hearings now continued to November 10.
4. Health Plans, Inc. Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation (claimdepot.com) — A recent data breach at Westborough‑based Health Plans, Inc., disclosed to the Massachusetts Attorney General on September 25, may have exposed Social Security numbers of people in self‑funded health plans, and lawyers are now investigating possible compensation claims.
5. Truck driver who hit Massachusetts railroad bridge was following GPS, police say (newsbreak.com) — Police say a truck driver relying on GPS struck a low MBTA bridge on Arch Street in Westborough on October 3, significantly damaging his tractor-trailer but leaving the bridge structurally safe.
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