Area Youth Hockey Team Earns Division Crown

Triboro Mite B finishes Sunday tournament first in its division.

Triboro Youth Hockey's Mite B Gold team won a crown Sunday, defeating Triboro-Black, 6-1, in the Lakers Arthur Sachse Tournament division championship game at Worcester's Buffone Arena, according to the Junior Crusaders Youth Hockey website. Meanwhile, Triboro lost to the Junior Crusaders in the Mite A championship game, 4-3. Triboro finished the tournament in second place in the A division. Westborough resident Marc Bellaud coaches the team.     The Mite B Gold team is coached by Westborough resident Robert Lenkauskas. The Triboro Youth Hockey Association includes players from Westborough, Marlborough and Southborough. Triboro's first sessions of evaluations for Mites (players born in 2005 or younger) will be held this Saturday at the …

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Mayor Pushes for Hockey Tourism with U.S. Ambassador to Canada

Marlborough's mayor attempts to boost tourism through a meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Canada.

As part of a continuing bid to increase tourism to the city, Marlborough Mayor Arthur Vigeant and vice chairman of the Marlborough Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) met with U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Jacobson. “Canadian tourists and visitors have a significant impact on the Marlborough economy over the Thanksgiving weekend due to the hockey championships as well as the attraction of the Black Friday sales at the Solomon Pond Mall," said the mayor in a press release. The meeting was part of the mayor's trip to Ottawa to recruit hockey teams to Marlborough during the upcoming North American Fall Championships at the New England Sports Center, which is one of the largest facilities of its kind in North America. This popular event …

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Local Teen Works to Save Lives

Sean Burns has created Hearts4Hockey to ensure every local hockey team has access to the life-saving AED medical equipment.

Most might assume Milford native Sean Burns is just the average teenage boy whittling away the lazy days of summer at football practice and with friends. But this driven 14-year-old, who is an avid hockey player, is dedicating his time to a unique and worthwhile cause he has named Hearts4Hockey. Burns created Hearts4Hockey eight months ago after a Milford High School hockey player was struck in the chest by a puck during a game in Marlborough and went into cardiac arrest. Fortunately, the school trainer had access to an AED (Automated External Defibrillator), and the boy survived. But if the school had not had the AED, the player might not have lived. "Although most schools have an AED, they aren't devoted to the hockey team. I plan on …

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VIDEO: Bruins Fans in Marlborough "Retire" Canucks Jersey

Local fans demonstrated their unity with the home team outside a local pub Wednesday night after the successful conclusion of Game 7.

While thousands caused havoc in the streets of Vancouver after the conclusion of Game 7 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, just as many rejoiced in the streets of Boston celebrating the home team's convincing victory. In Marlborough, however, things were relatively quiet save the exuberance of some locals who gathered at Sully's First Edition Pub off Main St. To show their support and celebrate the win, locals ceremonially "retired" a Canucks jersey cheering all the way. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date on the latest Marlborough news, or simply hit the "like" button at the top of this page.

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: June 10

Consider taking in a movie or settling down to watch the Stanley Cup play-off's tonight.

1. Today will be a nice reprieve from the extreme heat of Wednesday and Thursday. According to the National Weather Service, it will be mostly sunny with areas of fog early this morning. We will enjoy a comfortable high of 76 degrees. Sounds like a great day to garden, take in a game of tennis or go for a bike ride! 2. Join Tricia for Toddler Time at the Marlborough Public Library from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Children age 1 1/2-3 1/2 and their caregivers are welcome. Registration is necessary. Call the library at 508-624-6902 or stop by to register.  3. Take the kids to a movie to celebrate the end of the school year. Coming out in theaters today is Judy Moody and the NOT Bummer Summer. Also debuing is the sci-fi thriller Super 8.  4. On June 10…

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5 Things to Know Today: March 2

Here is a list of things you might want to know today.

1. Are you ready for a warm-ish day? Well, here it is. The National Weather Service predicts a high of 44 degrees with partly-sunny skies.  2. As high school sports experiences a lull between the winter and spring sports seasons, varsity hockey still holds strong with a practice and away game today.  3. There is an open mike night at the Hudson Cafe tonight with Joe Ferreira. For this event and much more, check out the cafe's full calendar.  4. Take time to search out local Marlborough businesses on Facebook today. You can find a lot deals here, including those mentioned in today's Frugal Family post. 5. The Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School Building Committee will meet this evening. Click here to see the agenda.  

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Marlborough's Own Butler to Face Bruins Tonight

Marlborough native Bobby Butler was recently called up to the Ottawa Senators, and will start in his second game versus the Boston Bruins this evening.

Marlborough High School grad, and former UNH hockey star Bobby Butler will face the Boston Bruins tonight for the second time in his NHL career. Butler, who plays for the Ottawa Senators, was brought up to the NHL from the organization's affiliate, the Binghamton Senators of the American Hockey League, after team captain Daniel Alfredsson took himself out of the line-up several weeks ago with lower back problems. Butler had 22 goals and 33 points in 46 games for Binghamton before being called up to the NHL, and has scored multiple goals for Ottawa since, including one in the second period of the first game in which he faced the Bruins mid-February. The Bruins won that bout 4-2.  The game will air on NESN beginning at 7:30 p.m.

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Slideshow: Cam Neely SK8 Fundraiser

An event at the Navin Skating Arena on Sunday raised money for cancer research.

The Cam Neely Foundation held their annual Neely SK8 Challenge at the Navin Skating Arena yesterday. In the second year since Neely’s idea took flight, the crowd in Marlborough rink was small but enthusiastic for this charity that benefits cancer research at the Tufts Medical Center.  The challenges of fighting adult and pediatric cancer get harder and harder for the Neely Foundation each year, especially in these tough economic times. Take a look at those who made it out, and the fun they had working for a good cause.  Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date on the latest Marlborough news.

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Raising Marlborough: A Local Education

Creating and Finding Vacation Fun!

No need to venture out of Marlborough to stay busy and have fun!

February vacation is upon us and school children across the nation are home enjoying a reprieve from long school days and tiresome homework. Having enjoyed one of the snowiest winters thus far in New England’s history, children are looking for activities that do not include making snowmen, building snow forts or partaking in snowball fights. Instead, they are looking for entertainment at home or on the road. For moms and dads this means finding creative ways to keep the kids happy and occupied. Beyond board games, baking and books, arranging friend visits makes for a fun-filled afternoon. Popping popcorn and watching a movie, having a picnic lunch on the family room floor, or popping a tent in the basement for a “camp in” will keep kids …

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