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Temple Emanuel to hold virtual High Holidays services
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
Marlborough - Alison Matthew, president of Temple Emanuel’s congregation, made the decision over five months ago to continue with the...
Kits for Kids to host free drive-through kit distribution event Sept. 12
Marlborough – The local nonprofit Kits for Kids is pleased to announce a free drive-through kit distribution event on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10...
New elementary school ready to welcome 700 students Sept. 21
By Vicki Greene, Contributing Writer
Marlborough – “Creative, colorful and flexible” is how Amy Mulkerin, principal of Marlborough’s new Goodnow Brothers Elementary School, described the...
Marlborough’s women municipal leaders honored on 100th anniversary of 19th Amendment
By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor
Marlborough – As the country commemorated the historic 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the...
The Great Eyeball Race is coming to Marlborough
Marlborough - The Marlborough Lions Club is holding its first fundraising activity since the pandemic began and the public is invited to join in.
The...
Hudson Girl Scout achieves the Gold Award
By Cindy Zomar, Contributing Writer
Hudson - Hudson resident Brianna Williams recently joined the ranks of Girl Scouts who have achieved the organization’s highest honor,...
Colonial Garden Club of Marlborough
Marlborough – Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, members of the Colonial Garden Club of Marlborough have continued to maintain the city’s gardens as they have...
Hudson Land Trust tasked with protecting town’s green spaces
By Abbey Basile, Contributing Writer
Hudson - The Hudson Land Trust is a non-profit land conservation corporation established in 2018 and run by a six-member...
Assabet High School chooses HYBRID 50 reopening plan
By Cindy Zomar, Contributing Writer
Marlborough - In keeping with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education guidelines, Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School prepared...
Mayor seeks to fill board and commission vacancies
Marlborough – Mayor Arthur Vigeant is again appealing to city residents to submit their name for a variety of openings on city boards and...
Second Hudson marijuana dispensary takes major step towards opening
By Dakota Antelman, Contributing Writer
Hudson - Hudson could see a second recreational marijuana dispensary open by mid-November, developers now say following a unanimous vote...
Mayor says three COVID-19 testing sites to change to appointment only
Two thirds of city have already been tested
By Vicki Greene, Contributing Writer
Marlborough – One-third of the city’s population has been tested for COVID-19 Mayor...
Eldridge advocates for immigrant congregants at Hudson church
Hudson - Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, State Senator Jamie Eldridge (D-Acton) has been a vocal advocate for immigrant families across Massachusetts,...
Assabet grad builds impressive political journalism resume
By Cindy Zomar, Contributing Writer
Marlborough - Michael Lisasa recently graduated from Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School as part of its Design and Visual...
Marlborough School Committee votes in favor of hybrid model
By Vicki Greene, Contributing Writer
Marlborough – The School Committee July 28 approved Superintendent Michael Bergeron’s recommendation for a hybrid plan for start of the 2020-2021...
Developers expand on McGee Farm plans, face questions at site visit
By Dakota Antelman, Contributing Writer
Marlborough - Developers and consultants behind a proposal for a condo complex at the old McGee Farm answered questions and...
Hudson eyes school reopening amid parents’ concerns and equipment delays
By Dakota Antelman, Contributing Writer
Hudson - Buildings and Grounds Director Len Belli said he is yet to receive a crucial piece of sanitation equipment...
Northborough students create online service to improve at-home learning
By Morgan Hume, Contributing Writer
Northborough - As schools navigate remote learning in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, many students are grappling with the...
Public hearing set for potential third marijuana shop in Marlborough
By Vicki Greene, Contributing Reporter
Marlborough - Local Roots NE (LRNE) is seeking a special permit to locate an adult-use marijuana dispensary at 910 Boston...
Hudson artist has no time for regrets
By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer
Hudson - Some painters are inspired to paint things they see. Other painters, such as Ron Tango, 56, finds inspiration...