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5 Things: Anything but Elections and Murder

From attempted murder in the city to anything and everything but elections; we have what you need to know today.

1. Now that the election is over we can pay attention to what New Englander's talk about best: the weather. Have you heard about this Nor'easter? 2. Did you miss the attempted murder and car chase following a daylight robbery that were reported yesterday? 3. We have a winner in the local sports photo contest. Check out the colorful photo here. 4. The Marlborough Hospital is holding a community blood drive today for the American Red Cross from 12 to 6 p.m. There is a need for blood donors as the red cross has a critical shortage. 5. We included a bit of election distraction yesterday for those of you who were positively sick of the entire affair. The stories still remain a wonderful distraction today. Especially effective for time wasting …

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5 Things: 495 Accident and Voter Registration

From a truck roll over to continued reminders to register to vote; we have what you need to know right here.

1. Did you get caught in the traffic caused when a truck overturned during rush hour yesterday? Know about accidents and delays before you hit a wall of traffic by signing up for our newsletter so you can be sent breaking news right to your phone or computer. 2. A city-wide flu clinic has been scheduled. Prepare for the ever approaching winter by attending. 3. The police log is back and full to the brim today. On Friday there was a "vicious attack" that resulted in the arrest of four men. 4. The city of Marlborough is reminding you to get out and vote, or rather at least to register by the October 17 deadline. 5. Are you in a giving mood? Do you feel weighed down by extra blood? Well the Red Cross has your ticket with a blood drive at the …

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Red Cross Issues Emergency Call for Blood Donations

A blood drive takes place in Marlborough on Monday, July 2.

  Are you at least 17 years old? Do you weigh 110 pounds or more? Healthy? The American Red Cross needs your help. The Red Cross has issued an emergency request for blood donations, stating in a press release that its "blood supply has reached emergency levels with 50,000 fewer donations than expected in June." The blood bank is stocked with about half the available blood it held this time last year. Red Cross officials speculate that an earlier-than-normal spring season could have led to fewer than typical blood donations as regular donors transitioned into summer activities early and failed to schedule their blood and platelet donations. Now, need exists for all blood types, but particularly for O Positive, O Negative, A Negative and B …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 10

Have some artistic talent you want to share with the world? The Coffee Loft is offering cash for the best submissions in an upcoming show.

Our weekday morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations. 1. The Coffee Loft has two upcoming art shows and are looking for submissions from the Marlborough community. Art as Protest and Love is in the Air are the themes for the shows and all submissions of art are due by Feb. 3. There is a $15 entrance fee, and the winner of each show will go home with $100. For additional details, call 508-251-1431. 2. There will be a Kitchenware Drive Collection for Furnishing Options sponsored by the Marlborough Girl Scouts Monday, Jan. 16. Kitchen supplies can be dropped off at Furnishing Options 66 Mechanic Street address from 11 a.m. …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Oct. 12

Our weekday morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations.

1. The National Weather Service says to expect a mix of morning fog and cloudy skies today, with a high in the low 60s.  2. There will be a mayoral candidate debate breakfast between Arthur Vigean and Matthew Jones this morning at Employment Options from 7:45 to 9:15 a.m. Cost: $20 pp for members; $30 pp for non-members. Register at their website, email, or call the Chamber at 508-485-7746. 3. The Marlborough flu clinic will get underway Saturday, Oct. 15 at the Kane Elementary School from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Click here for details.  4. This Friday from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. will be the next Women's Business Council Meeting at the Embassy Suites Hotel. Join the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and their guest speaker Colonel Marian McGovern…

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Aug. 30

Here is a list of things going on in and around Marlborough today.

1. We are in store for another nice day. The National Weather Service says it will be sunny with a high of 80 degrees.  2. In case you hadn't seen this: The Marlborough Public Schools have delayed their first day of classes until Sept. 6. Details as well as the latest from AMSA and Assabet Valley here.  3. Marlborough resident and Mount Auburn Hospital employee, Maureen Power, was recently honored at Mount Auburn Hospital for being a consistent blood donor over the past year. Maureen was honored for her on-going commitment to helping people through blood donation. Great job, Maureen! 4. Your home and wallet may take a serious beating when a big storm like Hurricane Irene hits and Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be wary of …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: July 26

Here is a list of things going on in and around Marlborough today.

1. There is going to be a chance of showers and thunderstorms today until 9 p.m., but we should have at least partly-sunny skies and a high of 81 degrees. 2. On Saturday, July 30 Richard Stemple will present "Songs by the Camp Fire" at the Wayside Racquet and Swim Club. This event is open to members, guests and the public. 3. Several City Council committees will meet this evening at City Hall. First the Finance Committee with meet at 6 p.m., then the Legislative and Legal Affairs Committee at 7:30 p.m. Follow the links to see the agendas.  4. If you are looking for something to do with the kids late afternoon and into this evening, check out this programming at the Marlborough Public Library.  5. There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive …

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5 Things You Need To Know Today: May 31

Here is a list of things going on in and around Marlborough today.

1. It is supposed to be a beautiful day today. The National Weather Service says that it is going to be sunny with a high of 79 degrees.  2. The Marlborough Public Library has got some Baby Time on tap for today beginning at 10 a.m. 3. Would you like to demolish a local home? Well, the City is looking for bids to tear down 61 Emmett St. 4. The Sudbury Valley Trustees will host a blood drive at their headquarters, 18 Wolbach Rd., Sudbury, Wednesday, June 1 form 2 to 7 p.m. To make an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS. (See attached image.) 5. There's another great week of events planned at the Marlborough Senior Center. Check the calendar out here. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date on the latest Marlborough news, or simply…

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5 Things You Need To Know Today: May 18

Here is a list of things going on in and around Marlborough today.

1. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are a possibility today as the dreary weather continues. Expect a high temperature of 59 degrees, says the NWS.  2. Keep in mind: The Sudbury Valley Trustees Memorial Blood Drive will be held from 2 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, June 1 at Wolbach Farm in Sudbury. The SVT manages large amounts of property in Marlborough, and hosts this event in memory of former SVT Director Eric Menoyo. Register early by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. For more details contact Michael Sanders, msanders@svtweb.org.  3. To ensure the safety of municipal workers, employees from Marlborough participated in Tree Risk Assessment and Electrical Hazards and Trees training seminars late last month. Mayor Nancy Stevens said “Our employees are …

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Red Cross Blood Drive Tomorrow

Red Cross blood drive, January 6th from 2pm-8pm at the Wayside Racquet and Swim Club.

If your New Year's resolution has anything to do with giving back to the community, head to the Wayside Racquet and Swim Club this Thursday, January 6, from 2pm to 8pm for the Red Cross Blood Drive.  The Red Cross holds a blood drive at the Wayside Racquet and Swim Club three times a year, although they usually hold three drives a month in Marlborough because of the consistent outpouring of community support. As a result, Marlborough locals have an amazing impact: just one unit or pint of blood can help three or more patients in need of transfusions.  Although the experience of donating is a reward in itself, the American Red Cross is thanking those who donate in January with a coupon for one free pound of Dunkin' Donuts coffee.  The …

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