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Marlborough/Hudson Newsletter

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

Mass. In Motion Program Coordinator Kali Coughlan and her children, Clara, 5, and Emma, 1 ½, relax on the Bob and Tina Colleton Memorial Bench on the Assabet River Rail Trail. Eight new benches have been installed on the Trail, with the cooperation of Mass in Motion, the Hudson Health Department and local donors.

Donated Rail Trail benches honor Unified Sports, beloved Hudson community members

By Rosemary Rimkus, Hudson Columnist HUDSON - The Assabet Valley Rail Trail, one of Hudson’s out-of-door enhancements, has been enriched with the addition of eight...

Marlborough High School Business Professionals of America students have strong showing

Twelve MHS students won a total of twenty medals at this year’s Business Professionals of America state leadership conference.
Officer Cathy Digou was the guest of honor during the Weed Street Block Party.

Block party benefits Marlborough police officer

By Laura Hayes, Senior Community Reporter MARLBOROUGH – Cathy Digou's favorite part about being a Marlborough police officer is the opportunity to interact with people. Digou,...

Field grows for Marlborough mayor, city council races

In addition to mayor, there are four at-large seats and seven ward seats on the City Council on the ballot for the Marlborough election.

Marlborough Fire Department promotes two to lieutenant

The Marlborough Fire Department recently announced a pair of promotions, elevating Omar Torres and Michael Burnell to the rank of lieutenant. 

Hogan, Eldridge visit Hudson Select Board with funding update

The Select Board received an update from state Rep. Kate Hogan and Sen. Jamie Eldridge about the funding Hudson would get from the state.

Marlborough kids get the ‘green light’ for trick or treating

House to house trick or treating will be allowed, but Horribles parade is cancelled  Marlborough - Halloween is just around the corner and Marlborough will...

Hudson residents weigh in on dog park

Hudson residents had an opportunity to weigh in on a potential dog park during an information session hosted by the Recreation Department on May 16.

Assabet graduates ‘courageous’ Class of 2021

By Dakota Antelman, Managing Editor MARLBOROUGH - Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School gathered family members and friends on its football field June 4 to...
The historic walkway between Houghton and Mason Street remained closed last month, two years after part of the walkway crumbled into the nearby Assabet River. Photo/Tami White

Wetlands Protection Bylaw aims to better protect Hudson resources

The Conservation Commission hosted an information session on Oct. 25 about the proposed Wetlands Protection Bylaw.

Hudson marijuana retailer no longer required to pay community impact fee

Temescal Wellness will no longer have to give a 3% flat rate of its gross annual sales to the town to cover a community impact fee.
Marlborough Police Youth Academy awarded a grant from Brigham Family Trust; Sergeant Kenneth McKenzie shows cadets the new K9 cruiser while K9 Kaiser (who has recently retired) watches. (photo from 2019 Youth Academy)

Marlborough Police Youth Academy awarded Brigham Family Trust grant

By Cindy Zomar, Contributing Writer Marlborough - The Marlborough Police Department was recently notified that they had been awarded a grant for $6,000 from the...

Select Board appoints new leadership after election

By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer HUDSON — With two new members elected to the Hudson Select Board, Hudson now also has new faces at the...

Marlborough’s Kits for Kids helps children in need

Heather Johnston started Kits for Kids about 16 years ago, when she and her husband owned a multifamily house in Worcester.

Marlborough boys tennis enters postseason with win

By Jesse Kucewicz, Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH - After a season of uncertainties, the Marlborough boys tennis team entered the postseason last week with high hopes...

Builder proposes single-family condos in Hudson

Two houses at 27 Cox St. and 54 Lake St. could soon be torn down and replaced with new single-family condominiums.
The Marlborough Fire Department Station sits on Maple Street. Photo/Laura Hayes

Hazmat responds to Marlborough company

The Marlborough Fire Department responded to chemical spill at Rinchem on Hayes Memorial Drive, leading to a response by a hazmat team.

Hudson to apply for MetroWest Health Foundation grants

The Select Board approved allowing the Health Department to apply for several grants that will benefit Hudson residents on March 18.
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...

New shop offers gourmet sandwiches and more in downtown Hudson

The unique sandwich and gift shop, The Hushed Willow, recently opened its doors in Hudson. Devon See is the shop's owner.