Email: Michael.Gelbwasser@patch.com Phone: 781-315-3175 Hometown: Rutland, Mass., "The Home of the Central Tree." Birthday: Dec. 25, 1968. Merry Christmas! Bio
The proud product of the exact geographical center of Massachusetts and of Wachusett Regional High School in Holden (Go Mountaineers!), I've written since age 6. Writing initially was how I communicated while dealing with my natural shyness (and I still prefer small groups to large crowds).
I'm finishing my 18th year as a full-time reporter, including stops at Boston's Jewish Advocate and, most recently, 12 years in the Foxboro Reporter-Sun Chronicle organization. In 2000, I earned three New England Press Association awards for my work at the Reporter: first places for human interest feature story and unique and outstanding journalistic accomplishment, and second place for reporting on religious issues.
When I'm not writing, I'm collecting comic books, watching the Red Sox and Bruins, walking, sight-seeing and spending time with my friends and family. My parents, Bonnie and Herman, celebrated their 45th anniversary this summer.
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POLITICS:
I love a well-reasoned debate. The more you know, the better the decisions. Debating facts is healthy, and it holds public officials accountable. I listen to both sides, and I typically dismiss those who use personal attacks in their arguments.
RELIGION:
I believe religion is a personal thing.
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I'm looking forward to covering the issues affecting Sharon residents, including: the development of Sharon Commons; the fate of the former Sacred Heart School property; the potential zoning changes in Post Office Square; and the progress on the Sharon Middle School renovation and expansion.
The volleyball program's fifth "Dig Pink" fundraiser for breast cancer awareness raised $3,000 to $4,000, for the Side-Out Foundation, Rangers varsity head coach Roger Anderson said.
Bishop: "In Christian charity, I also ask that you pray for Fr. Gemme and for all who struggle with gambling addictions."
The Rangers are 10-1-2.
Rangers sophomore Eric Latimer finished the 5K fourth overall.
Westborough seniors Rachel Harris (14th, 21:33.55) and Gillian Robertson (15th, 21:37.10) finished in the top 20.
Algonquin senior Sam Brazer finished the 5K seventh overall.
Algonquin junior Kendyl Finelli (10th, 21:13.92), sophomore Amanda Pageau (11th, 21:15.92) amd junior Monica Kearney (19th, 22:07.14) finished in the top 20.
Police Chief Alan Gordon recently told selectmen he would like to try the measure at the crosswalk at West Main at streets during the Westborough Farmers' Market, which starts in June.
Elizabeth Suneby recently discussed her book, "Razia's Ray of Hope: One Girl's Dream of an Education," with Peaslee fourth-and fifth-graders.
Here are five pieces of information to help fuel your week in Northborough.
The following information was supplied by Northborough Police. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Northborough Patch readers are encouraged to add their sightings in the comments section.
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Here are the Northborough homes available for $1 million or more.
The following information was supplied by Westborough Police. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
These Westborough homes are for sale for $1 million or more.
Here are five pieces of information to help fuel your week in Westborough.
The proposals seek to scrap outdated rules or redundancies, town planning officials say.
The student council presented Homecoming this year with super-heroes as the theme.
Here is the list.
