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Week in Review: Mansfield Man Involved in Fatal Car Accident, MHS Student Leading Change at National Forum, and More

A look at some of the top headlines around Mansfield.

Mansfield Man Charged in Fatal New Hampshire Car Crash

A Mansfield man involved in a fatal car accident in Claremont, N.H. has been arrested by policeaccording to the New Hampshire Union Leader.

Luke Garlinger, 29, of Mansfield was arrested and charged on Wednesday with negligent homicide for an accident that took place on April 7.

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In a press release, Claremont Police Chief Alexander Scott said that a preliminary report showed that both speed and alcohol were involved in the crash that resulted in one death.

 

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Mansfield to Buy Norton Land for Water Treatment

After five years of negotiations, the Mansfield Board of Selectmen voted 5-0 at their April 10 meeting to finalize the purchase of approx. 51.2 acres of land in Norton next to a water treatment system serving Mansfield, Foxboro, and Norton. The town decided to buy the land after Norton did not purchase it during a 120-day period where they had the first right of refusal.

The $1.1 million purchase of the property known as the Riley property located at Crane and Pine streets in Norton will allow Mansfield and the other two towns to store more recharged water after it is treated at the wastewater treatment facility on the adjacent property. 

 

Mansfield's Credit Rating Improved to AA From A

Representatives of Standard and Poors met with Town Accountant, John Stanbrook, Town Treasurer/Collector, Roxanne Donovan, Assistant Assessor, Nancy Hinote, Selectman Jess Aptowitz and Town Manager, William R. Ross on March 26, 2013, to review the credit rating of the Town of Mansfield. The representatives were given a tour of the community and an extensive briefing on the financial condition of the Town.

The Town received a credit rating and report from Standard and Poors on April 2, 2013. The credit rating of the Town was upgraded from A with a negative outlook to AA with a stable outlook. The report that accompanied the rating stated that the Town has substantially improved its financial status by greater budgetary oversight, conservative financial projections and a stronger cash position.


Mansfield Student Leading Change at National Leadership Forum

It’s not every day that someone from the Mansfield community gets the opportunity to meet with internationally renowned leaders of today. This past week, ANN INC., the parent Company of Ann Taylor and LOFT, and Vital Voices, gave this opportunity to a group of exceptional young women from across the country, including Mansfield’s own Erin McCarthy. 

Erin was one of 50 young high-school aged women to be selected as an ANNpower Fellow for her leadership potential and commitment to creating positive social change. From April 1-4, Erin participated in the ANNpower Vital Voices Leadership Forum, a three-day leadership training and mentorship program in Washington, D.C..

Erin McCarthy is a junior at Mansfield High School, and has lived here her whole life. In her free time, a few of Erin’s favorite activities include French club, Rachel’s Challenge, skiing and dance.

 

Early Morning Fire at Assisted Living Center Put out by Mansfield FD

Early Thursday morning, 100 residents of the Village at Willow Crossing Assisted Living center at 25 Cobb Street were evacuated due to a motor fire.

According to Mansfield fire, at approximately 4:34 a.m., there was a report of smoke coming out of the Harbor unit at the assisted living center center. 

Responding with Mansfield were firefighters and trucks from both Norton and Foxborough.


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