Monday, December 24, 2012
Although many of us got a taste of winter and icy roads recently, AAA of Southern New England has put out some tips to help you drive through the upcoming winter months.
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Monday, December 24, 2012
Nearly one-quarter of weather related vehicle crashes occur on snowy, slushy or icy pavement, resulting in more than 1,300 deaths and 116,800 people injured annually, according to data from the Federal Highway Administration. With AccuWeather's winter forecast calling for above-normal snowfall in some parts of the country and the first official day of winter Dec. 21, AAA Southern New England, which has an office in Marlborough on Boston Post Road West, recommends motorists brush up on winter driving techniques before the weather outside turns frightful. Prepare Your Vehicle for Use in Ice and Snow Before winter conditions hit, it’s important to prepare your car for harsh winter weather. AAA’s Winter Car Care Checklist can help determine a …
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Here is a list of things going on in and around Marlborough today.
1. Expect a temperature similar to yesterday's (low 80s), and partly sunny skies. 2. The organizers of the upcoming Marlborough Triathlon (July 10) are in great need of volunteers for the event. Volunteer coordinator Lesley Crowley promises a good time for all. If you can help out, email her at lesley.crowley@yahoo.com. 3. Green Marlborough will guide a local walk this Saturday, July 2 at Callahan State Park at 9 a.m. Enjoy a walk through a diverse natural habitats that includes a rocky hilltop, wooded trails, a pond and open fields. Check out Green Marlborough's website for more information. 4. AT&T Vice President Dave Mancuso and State Representative Steven Levy will bring an educational presentation titled “It Can Wait” to …
Saturday, April 30, 2011
The Massachusetts State Police announced recently that they will be setting up sobriety checkpoints this weekend in Worcester county.
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Saturday, April 30, 2011
The Massachusetts State Police announced recently that they will be conducting more sobriety checkpoints on public roadways in Worcester county this coming weekend. Marlborough is partially located within Worcester County, and is therefore subject the possible checks. "The purpose is to further educate the motoring public and strengthen the public’s awareness to the need of detecting and removing those motorists who operate under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs from our roadways," said Colonel Marian J. McGovern, Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police, in a press release. "It will be operated during varied hours, the selection of vehicles will not be arbitrary, safety will be assured, and any inconveniences to motorists …
Friday, April 15, 2011
The Massachusetts State Police will be back out on the roadways make sobriety stops this Friday night.
The Massachusetts State Police are preparing to conduct more sobriety checkpoints on public roadways in Middlesex County this Friday night. "The purpose is to further educate the motoring public and strengthen the public’s awareness to the need of detecting and removing those motorists who operate under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs from our roadways," said Colonel Marian J. McGovern, Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police, in a press release. "It will be operated during varied hours, the selection of vehicles will not be arbitrary, safety will be assured, and any inconveniences to motorists will be minimized with advance notice to reduce fear and anxiety." The Middlesex checkpoints will be in operation Friday night, …
