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Information session on Hop Brook remediation project
LEC, GEI consultants, and the state’s Department of Conservation & Recreation will host an information session on July 11 for the Hop Brook Flood Control Area Remediation project in Northborough.
Traffic from proposed FedEx expansion discussed at ZBA
Questions and concerns about traffic took up the lion’s share of the ZBA’s public hearing regarding a Fedex Freight expansion.
Public weighs in on possible jet ski ban on Lake Quinsigamond
The Lake Quinsigamond Commission on Nov. 8 held an open public forum regarding the usage of jet skis on the lake.
Towns may go regional with emergency dispatch calls
Four communities — Grafton, Hopkinton, Southborough and Westborough — are considering the formation of a regional emergency dispatch center.
LIVE UPDATES: Southborough gathers for Town Meeting
Southborough Town Meeting is currently underway at Trottier Middle School. Follow our live updates as voters consider the articles.
State grants to help with flood control, aquifers in Westborough
Massachusetts has announced $31.5 million in grants for climate resilience implementation and planning throughout Massachusetts.
A look at the Shrewsbury Town Meeting warrant
On the night of May 15, Shrewsbury Town Meeting members will gather at Oak Middle School to review and vote on 54 warrant articles.
BJ’s redevelopment project green lit by Westborough Planning Board
Plans to redevelop the soon-to-be former BJ’s headquarters in Westborough were unanimously approved by the Planning Board on Aug. 30.Â
Grafton seeks discussion on PILOT payments with Tufts
Select Board member Ray Mead led a discussion on the current payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) agreement with Tufts on June 20.
ZBA discusses turning restrictions with FedEx property owner
Whether or not traffic should be able to turn left out of 300 Bartlett Street was raised at a June 27 Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) meeting.
What to know about Westborough’s annual Town Meeting
Here is what to know when attending the annual Town Meeting on Saturday, March 23.
After years of service, Northborough selectman Perreault steps back
Not running for re-election to the Board of Selectmen has been on the back of longtime Selectman Jason Perreault’s mind.
Aero Coffee Roasters voices interest in Beal Commons retail space
Peter Femino opened Aero Coffee Roasters, which is his third startup, at 318 Main St., Northborough, in June 2020.
How local candidates will vote on Question 4
Question 4 asks whether voters approve of a law allowing residents who can't provide proof of lawful presence to obtain a license or permit.
Shrewsbury candidates reflect on election
After a competitive Shrewsbury election, the newly-elected Select Board and School Committee members voiced their excitement about the results
Northborough Planning Board approves Gutierrez warehouse plans
The developer, the Gutierrez Company, was proposing to build a 150,900-square-foot distribution center and industrial warehouse on the site.
Northborough to hold input sessions on town admin. search
With the search for the next town administrator underway, the town is seeking feedback from the community.
Select Board approves new five-year cable deal with SELCO
Shrewsbury’s new franchise agreement with SELCO provides cable service to town for just five years, as opposed to the standard 10.
Shrewsbury to change trash hauler
The town has chosen Casella Waste Management of Massachusetts as the new waste and recycling hauler for fiscal 2025.
Longtime Town Administrator John Coderre says goodbye to Northborough
After 20 years in the town and 14 years as town administrator, John Coderre is saying goodbye to Northborough.