THE WEEK IN WESTBOROUGH: Spurr House Poll; Updates to the Commuter Rail; New Aquatics Center at Y

POLL: Should the Spurr House Be Saved?A committee was formed to recommend the future of the Spurr House, which

YMCA Set To Construct Addition, Aquatics CenterThe Boroughs Family Branch YMCA is ready to embark on a $4 construction project.

Showers Moving to Sunny: Your Westborough Weekend WeatherWhat’s on tap for your holiday weekend weather-wise?

Westborough Public Library Invites Adults to Coloring GroupThe coloring group meets Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. Online registration is available.

Westborough Public Library Plans “Introduction to Self-Publishing” Workshop

The workshop, led by author Diane Vanaskie Mulligan, is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 6:30 p.m.

All Aboard, Fluffy and Rusty! Amtrak Welcoming Pets on Trains

Amtrak is announcing a new service to allow people to bring pets on select routes.

What’s Open, Closed on Columbus Day in Westborough?

Before you head out, check if it’s open on the the holiday.

Find Open Houses in Westborough This Weekend

Start your search with this list from Zillow.

Woman Found Dead, Boats Go Up in Flames, Whole Food Listeria Scare, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, find out what winter will be like this year as forecasters release their long-range predictions.

Breastfeeding Mom Sent to the Dogs, School Bomb Threats, Swearing Teacher Fired, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, watch the hilarious video of local pee-wee football players bustin’ a move, and find out what forecasters expect in MA this winter

Enhancements Announced For Framingham/Worcester Commuter Rail

Lt. Governor announced non-stop train service from Union Station in Worcester to Boston starting May 2016.

Boroughs Family Branch YMCA

Kate Myshrall of Seven Hills and her son, Patrick, joined us the other night for karaoke. Now it is our turn to join them for a great event!! The Seven Hills Foundation is hosting Ability Fest at...

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Westborough Public Library Announces New Items for Checkout

New items include 14 videos, eight audiobooks and 137 children’s books.

Westborough Little League & Softball

Here’s a cool new video that we posted to our Westborough Softball YouTube channel. Feel free to share!https://youtu.be/PkqBObwTXK4

Westborough Public Library

Are you celebrating National Novel Writing month (NaNoWriMo) this Nov.? If so, we have a great workshop for you: “Introduction to Self-Publishing” led by author Diane Vanaskie Mulligan on Wed. Oct....

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Forecasters Release Predictions for Winter 2015 in Massachusetts

The report contradicts what the Farmer’s Almanac predicted just last month when it forecasted a “snowy and unseasonably” cold winter.

Westborough Police: Disturbances; Harassing Phone CallsThe following are excerpts from the Westborough police log. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.

Find Rentals in WestboroughLooking to rent in the Westborough? Start with this list from Zillow.

Westborough Lions Host Speech ContestIn What Ways has Social Media Changed Society?

Forecasters Release Predictions for Winter 2015 in Massachusetts

The report contradicts what the Farmer’s Almanac predicted just last month when it forecasted a “snowy and unseasonably” cold winter.

MassDot: Plan For One of the Busiest Travel Days of the Year

Perfect prime leaf-peeping Columbus Day holiday weekend coming up Friday, Oct. 9, through Monday, Columbus Day, Oct. 12.

The Annual Turkey Trot: Running for Technology

The community-wide Turkey Trot is planned for Nov. 21 to raise money for technology in the Westborough schools.

It May Soon Be Illegal to Drive With Your Phone

Texting while driving laws could also be strengthened, including a license suspension for a first offense.

Party Bus Stabbing, Massive Mortgage Scam, Bike Chase, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, watch a man who was arrested in Massachusetts last year melt down over no mac ‘n cheese, and supermarket robbery suspect bagged.

Oh No! There Could Be No Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving

Experts are saying there could be a shortage on pumpkins this year, and that means a shortage on pumpkin filling for your pies.

Massachusetts Lawmakers Debate Hands-Free Phone Law

here are 14 states, including New Hampshire, Connecticut and New York, that have hands-free laws.

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WATCH: Student Who Caused Scene Over Mac ‘n’ Cheese Was Arrested in MA Last Year

The apparently drunk student was seen on video shoving a dining manager who wouldn’t serve him. He allegedly assaulted MA cops last year.

How Much Do You Plan to Spend on Halloween This Year?

Halloween spending is expected to reach $6.9 billion this year on everything from costumes, to the family pet, candy and more.

Pilot Dies Mid-flight, Local Nobel Prize WInner, ‘Sextortion’ and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, in a heartfelt post, a local Vietnam veteran pursues a long-lost connect with a woman who inspired him not to take his own life.

Energy and Environmental Affairs Listening Sessions Planned for Westborough

Rep. Kane is urging the public to attend one of the seven sessions.

Westborough Public Library Introduces Movie Club

Movie Club is open to students in grades 6-12. Its first meeting is Friday, Oct. 9.

Would Deval Patrick Be a Good Vice Presidential Candidate?

The former Massachusetts governor has long been rumored as a national candidate. What do you think?

Flags to be Flown Half-Staff for Oregon Victims, Sgt. Vars

The governor has ordered that flags be flown half staff in Massachusetts.

Coast Guard: Missing U.S. Cargo Ship Sank; Search Continues

Coast Guard says human remains found in survival suit were unidentifiable; they had to move on with search.

Tragic Teen Deaths, Hurricane Threat, Land Mine at Work, and More: MA Patch This Week

Plus, Teamsters are accused of “thuggish” extortion of a national TV crew in MA, and a local wheelchair-bound boy finds football glory.

Milford Man in Westborough Gun Theft Case Held Without Bail

Michael T. Ostaski, 33, was ordered held without bail until an Oct. 21 dangerousness hearing in Worcester Superior Court.

Veteran’s Heartfelt Ad Seeks Long-lost Woman in the Teal Gown

The chance encounter in 1972 inspired the suicidal man to go on living; 42 years later, he’s trying to track her down in Boston.

Are You Doing Your Best to Prevent a Fire?

Make sure your smoke detectors have fresh batteries, and you have the contacts for the Westboro Fire Department. It’s Fire Prevention Week.

OMGPD: Land Mine Threat, ‘Top Chef’ Extortion, Massage Parlor Prostitution, and More

Plus, the bomb squad is called to a high school after a suspicious package resembling a Super Mario Brothers block is found.

Hurricane Joaquin Dodges New England; Threatens Bermuda

Sunny skies in the forecast for later this week as Hurricane Joaquin continues to track to the northeast.