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NORTHBOROUGH LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS, MA

Explore Northborough’s pulse with up-to-the-minute updates on our newspaper. Stay connected to local events and breaking news in Northborough, MA. We cover the latest happenings, ensuring you’re informed about all significant events in the community.

Town Meeting article asks for $540K to replace police station siding

Town Meeting will weigh in on an appropriation of $540,000 to replace the siding and trim of the Northborough Police Station.

Northborough church begins to rebuild following fire

On the outside, the Church of the Nativity on Howard Street looks the same – except for the caution tape around the main entrances.

Armeno Coffee Roasters to celebrate 30th anniversary

In 1908, the Armeno Cereal Company took up residence in what we now lovingly refer to as “the mill” by Smith Pond in Northborough.

‘I love games like this’: Saint John’s volleyball controls Algonquin in four-set victory

Algonquin continued to play with energy in the fourth set, but Saint John’s returned to form. The Pioneers won the set 25-14 to win the game.

Citizens’ petition to disband Design Review Committee

A citizens’ petition heading to Town Meeting on April 22 would terminate the Northborough Design Review Committee.
The First Parish Northboro Unitarian Universalist Church is located at 40 Church Street. Photo/Laura Hayes

Northborough church to host recycling event

The First Parish of Northboro is hosting an electronics recycling event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 13. 

‘Safety zone’ lights in front of ARHS to remain until 9 p.m.

The hours of a safety zone in front of Algonquin Regional High School will remain. The topic came up during the March 25 Select Board meeting.

Quick work by firefighters saves church in Northborough

A fire damaged the Church of the Nativity on Howard Street in the early morning of Tuesday, April 9, according to Northborough Fire.

Thomas Blair’s photography legacy in Northborough

Blair is buried in the Howard Street Cemetery in Northborough. You can see his inventions at the Northborough Historical Society Museum

ARHS to hold SoccerFest

The Algonquin Regional High School will be holding the first Gonkplex SoccerFest to benefit the Jimmy Fund on April 28.

National Commander of American Legion to be at Post 234

The National Commander of the American Legion will be at the Vincent F. Picard Post 234 to meet with Worcester area veterans.

Article requests $1.7M in CPA funds to purchase Whitney St. parcel

The town is proposing to use funds from the Community Preservation Act (CPA) to purchase land at 432 Whitney St.

Early-spring storm causes school delays, road closures

An early-spring mix of rain, snow and wind is making for a messy morning commute.

Whitney Place at Northborough celebrates 20 years

Whitney Place at Northborough – a SALMON Health and Retirement community – is celebrating 20 years of high-quality senior living and health care.

Jimmy Fund Walk honors retired Northborough Police Chief Mark Leahy

Grafton resident Mark Leahy was recognized as Alumni Team Captain of the Year for his efforts in the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk. 

Northborough Free Library’s Big Booksale April 4-6

Mark your calendar for the big Big BIG Booksale at Northborough Free Library.
Flaherty Physical Therapy will be hosting virtual workshops in Feb. and March.

Flaherty Physical Therapy to hold women’s health seminar

Flaherty Physical Therapy will host “Women’s Health Starts With Selfcare” on April 6 from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Combined health, human services heads to Town Meeting

Two articles on the Northborough Town Meeting warrant would establish a combined health and human services department.

Midland-Wachusett League announces 2024 winter all-star selections

The Midland-Wachusett League has announced the 2024 winter all-stars, which includes several high schools in our region.

Final set of plans, bid documents for dog park sent to foundation

The final set of plans and bid documents for Northborough’s future dog park have been sent to the Stanton Foundation.