New Director Named

BERLIN — Tara Frankel Becker, a 1991 graduate of Worcester Preparatory School, has been appointed Director of Admissions for her alma mater. Besides her work with admissions, she will work with Worcester alumni.Becker spent her early career in state government as a Policy Analyst for State Treasurer Jack Markell, now governor. In that position, she… Read more »

Ladies Ancient Order Of Hibernians Present Scholarships

The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians recently presented two $1,000 scholarships to Susanne Marie Kelley and Taylor Michelle Tobak, 2011 graduates of Stephen Decatur High School. In the fall, Kelley will attend Wor-Wic Community College and Tobak will be attending York College. Pictured, from left, are Club President Mary Wheeler, Kelley, Tobak and Scholarship Committee… Read more »

Things I Like

The Borgias on ShowtimeHolding both my kids at the same timeWhen the O’s were contendersThe Mann in PhillyQuiet Sunday nightsThat football is nearSmell of a laundry roomBob Dylan’s Quinn the Eskimo Steak and salad for dinnerOld appliances that still workA thunderstorm to end a hot day

What’s Your Sign

ARIES (March 21 to April 19): A misunderstanding tests the temperament of the sometimes headstrong Aries. Instead of blowing your top, take time for a pleasant diversion while things cool down.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): A workplace problem could make the divine Bovine see red. But talk it out before you consider walking out…. Read more »