What We Learned This Week

Here are five things we learned this week on Grafton Patch.

1. Selectmen discussed the most pending road work priorities. Some of the roads that are being considered for repair include Worcester Street, Millbury Street, Old Upton Road and Westboro Road.

To learn more, read http://patch.com/A-jv0B.

 2. Speaking of roads, construction is scheduled on North Street starting about June 20. A portion of  North Street, from the Grafton Middle School to Wesson Street, will be closed to through traffic during road construction, which is expected to take about two weeks.

To learn more, read http://patch.com/A-jyhG.

3. What do you get when you mix Gatorade, impatiens and parsley?

Butterflies. Or at least you can hope so. Find out other ways to attract butterflies to the garden:  http://patch.com/A-jr8c. 

And did you know that Grafton has its own butterfly garden? And it's free to visit! Learn more at http://patch.com/A-jg5F.

4. Bear sightings sparked a lot of discussion in recent weeks. The police chief weighed in with advise on how to keep bears out of your backyard.

He recommended a number of tactics, including horns, pots and pans and very tall bird feeders, if you must have them at all. Learn more at http://patch.com/A-gt8q.

5. Oh, and speaking of bears, how about them Bruins? They captured the Stanley Cup, and the hearts of Grafton residents and all of New England.

Want to share your thoughts on this amazing season? Learn how at http://patch.com/A-jyd3.

Remember: For the latest news and views in Grafton, check back regularly at Grafton.Patch.com.