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Westborough Economic Development Committee awards grants
Three local businesses – including one about to open – have been awarded grants from the town’s Economic Development Committee.
Government
Expanded Via zone would include ARHS and downtown Northborough
The recommendation calls for breaking Via's zone into two — one for Shrewsbury and one for Westborough and Northborough.
Education
More holidays or shorter school year? Westborough School District decides
Superintendent Allison Borchers said WPS is working on surveys for staff and parents on which calendar they would prefer.
Central One Federal Credit Union names Baldwin new Chief Information Officer
Central One Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that Belinda Baldwin has joined its executive team.
City denies request for Maple Terrace zoning change
The Planning Board issued a negative recommendation during its Monday, Jan. 27, meeting. Read more here.
Joann Fabrics closing stores in Mass., including Shrewsbury
Joann Fabrics is closing 530 of its 800 locations nationwide, including 1000 Turnpike Road.
Saint John’s basketball staves off Shrewsbury comeback bid, defeats intra-town rival
SHREWSBURY — Shrewsbury started this rivalry game behind from the opening bucket.
On Saint John's first possession, junior Gabe Terlato launched a 3-pointer — swish....
PHOTOS: O’Rourke, Sawyer lead Shrewsbury girls basketball past Westborough
Despite a good effort by Westborough, Shrewsbury girls basketball topped the Rangers, 60-25, on Tuesday night.
Shrewsbury girls hockey’s epic, come-from-behind win in 18 photos
Down 2-0 after one period, Shrewsbury girls hockey fought back against Westford Academy, ultimately came from behind to defeat the team 3-2.
PHOTOS: At DCU Center, Westborough hockey prevails over rival Algonquin
Westborough hockey defeated Algonquin Saturday at the DCU Center. The final score was 2-1. Read more about it here.
Obituaries
Adelina C. Andrade, 86, of Hudson
Adelina C. Andrade, 86, a long-time resident of Hudson, MA passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday February 13, 2025.