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Marlborough/Hudson Newsletter

List of posts to be included in the Marlborough/Hudson newsletter email.

Tennis buddies of David “Rocky” Zina, second from right, were among the crowd of friends and relatives who surprised him with a 70th birthday party on Sept. 19 at the Hudson/Concord Lodge of Elks. From left, Dana Frye, Mike Barberio, Brad MacCullough, Albert Yesue, Bill Percuoco, Jack Pimental, Rocky, and Raoul Ramos.

Rimkus: Community members celebrate milestones; HHS student wins roller skating competition

By Rosemary Rimkus, Hudson Columnist   ‘Rocky’ Zina celebrates 70th birthday Retired Hudson High School tennis coach and physical education teacher David “Rocky” Zina was surprised with...

Bus drivers gather for informational picket in Marlborough

Members of Teamsters Union Local 170 held signs in regards to their stalled contract negotiations with their employer, NRT.

Marlborough mayoral candidate statements

Marlborough’s preliminary election to determine which mayoral candidates move onto the November election is right around the corner.

HHS senior becomes School Committee member

By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer HUDSON — The day before Hudson High School senior Ilan Levine turned 18, he heard that there were open seats...

DPH to hold hearing on proposed Mass General Brigham Westborough expansion

Marlborough City Council urged to attend By Vicki Greene, Contributing Writer Marlborough—The state Department of Public Health (DPH) is holding a virtual public hearing, April 6...

Marlborough woman defies gender bias to become city’s first female draftsman

Submitted by Linda L. Rennie, Marlborough Historical Society Marlborough - Janet Doucette Licht is a shining example of what young women could do in a...
Sriya Vuppala stands with Barbara Fortier, the CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts.

Marlborough Girl Scout receives Gold Award for online education program

MARLBOROUGH – A Marlborough Girl Scout has received her Girl Scout Gold Award after she started a free program that provides math and science...
The old McGee Farm will remain as is, for now, after the Marlborough City Council rejected a special permit to build a multifamily residential development on the property.

Marlborough City Council rejects special permit for Walcott development

By Stuart Foster, Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH – The Marlborough City Council denied a special permit for Walcott Heritage Farms, a proposed multifamily residential project on...

Marlborough schools increase pay rates for substitutes

Substitutes in the Marlborough Public Schools will now make more money following a unanimous vote by the School Committee last week. 

Celebrate Hudson festival benefits the Armory Project

The first-ever Celebrate Hudson festival took place on Sept. 17 and included fundraising for the Armory Project.

Demo work on plaza behind behind City Hall begins

Work has begun to demolish the plaza in the back of Marlborough City Hall. The plaza was constructed in 1978.

Developers file appeal after City Council rejects Walcott project 

MARLBOROUGH – Developers have appealed the Marlborough City Council’s rejection of a special permit for Walcott Heritage Farms.  The case has been in land court...
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Event showcases wide array of Hudson Select Board, School Committee candidates

By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer HUDSON - Nine candidates for Select Board and School Committee spent the evening April 21 answering constituents’ questions. The Meet the...
Zach Grasis celebrates with teammates after scoring in the first quarter of his team’s game against the Connecticut Panthers.

Shamrocks eye home-opener after victory over Connecticut Panthers

By Dakota Antelman, Managing Editor MARLBOROUGH - A handful of interceptions and other defensive plays helped the Marlborough Shamrocks power past the Connecticut Panthers for...

Hudson residents provide feedback on open space plan

Hudson residents shared what open space resources they enjoyed and what could be improved during an open space and recreation plan workshop.

Hudson’s Maggie Baker leads Hawks softball team through 2021

By Kevin Stone, Contributing Writer HUDSON - A year ago, Hudson senior softball player Maggie Baker watched as the Class of 2020 had every spring...

Marlborough resident paints childcare center’s stairwell for Eagle Scout project

When Andrew Fisher tried to choose his Eagle Scout project, he knew that he wanted to benefit a place that had been important in his life.

‘Kids need these upgrades’: Local leaders talk solutions to heat, capacity concerns in Marlborough...

Mayor Arthur Vigeant was on site for a tour alongside state legislators, city councilors and US Rep. Lori Trahan, among others last month.

Portuguese Minister of Education visits Hudson dual language program

Hudson students waved Portuguese flags as Portuguese Education Minister João Marques da Costa paid a special visit to local schools. 
Greek folk dance performances will be featured twice each day at 3 and 5 p.m. at the upcoming 2021 Greek Festival in Marlborough.

Greek Festival to return to Marlborough over Labor Day Weekend

By Mary Wenzel, Marlborough Columnist MARLBOROUGH – Will Labor Day Weekend be a staycation for you and your family? Right here in Marlborough, you can get...