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Ducklings rescued from storm drain in Marlborough

Three ducklings were rescued on Monday after falling into a storm drain at the intersection of Bolton St. and Granger Blvd. in Marlborough.

Marlborough Junior Woman’s Club thanks hospital workers

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH – In the pandemic’s second year, the Marlborough Junior Woman’s Club (MJWC) gave thank-you treats to over 300...
Cooper, the four-legged fisherman, prepares to catch a fish at Fort Meadow Reservoir in Marlborough.

Four-legged fisherman in Fort Meadow Reservoir

MARLBOROUGH – A Marlborough resident recently snapped a photo of Cooper, a four-legged fisherman, on the Fort Meadow Reservoir. From her kayak, she saw the...

Wenzel: Assabet senior wins award, Lions Club welcomes new members

OMAVUAYE “JUDE” IGHOVOYIVWI, a senior at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, was named as a winner of the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents...

Winter coat drive under way in Marlborough

Winter coats for children and adults may be dropped off at The Recovery Connection, Addiction Referral Center, and the Board of Health.

Wenzel: Local reverend leads fundraiser for Ukraine, MHS hockey coach receives honor

The Rev. Dr. Kazimierz Bem is spearheading a fundraiser to help Ukrainians in Poland who are refugees from the Russian invasion.

Marlborough resident runs Boston Marathon one year after hospitalization

Ben Braun hit the course for the Boston Marathon as part of Team Tufts MC – the charity team for Tufts Medical Center.

Chaves Heating and Air donates heating/AC unit to Marlborough Community Cupboard

MARLBOROUGH - The Marlborough Community Cupboard had a heat problem. One local business recently helped address it. Chaves Heating & Air Conditioning provided free equipment...

Union Common in Marlborough is a venerable community gathering place

One of the most used outdoor sites in Marlborough is the Union Common, a downtown green space bordered by Main, High and Bolton streets.

Pollinator garden opens in Marlborough’s Ghiloni Park

Things are buzzing around Marlborough's Ghiloni Park's pollinator garden, thanks to two Girl Scouts, city staff and SVT members.

Commission to offer Marlborough homeowners historic markers

MARLBOROUGH – The Marlborough Historical Commission (MHC) plans to offer markers to residents who have preserved historic homes. The commission members realize that a significant...

Wenzel: Marlborough Rotary awards $25,000 in scholarships to seniors

The staff at Marlborough’s Goodnow Brothers Elementary School were treated to a visit by Kona Ice at the end of the school year.
Relay for Life of Marlborough/Hudson begins with cancer survivors and caregivers walking a lap around Ward Park.

Relay for Life of Marlborough/Hudson slated for June 18

An annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society is returning to the area this month with some longtime customs.

For Marlborough teen, volunteering is a way of life

MARLBOROUGH - From running park cleanups to working with refugees, Poorvi Mohanakrishnan is passionate about volunteerism.  “Whenever I’m not in school doing work, I’m working...

Wenzel: Marlborough Junior Woman’s seeking volunteers, dresses for Princess Boutique

The annual Metrowest Princess Boutique is quickly approaching and on Saturday, March 16, the GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club will sponsor one of its largest planned initiatives for 2024.

Wenzel: MHS graduates celebrate 80th birthdays; student participates in all-state band

In 1959, the year that they graduated from Marlborough High School, seven classmates never lost touch with each other.

Marlborough Rotarians’ 39th annual Turkey Shoot returns in person

MARLBOROUGH – After being held virtually last year, a popular holiday tradition returned in person on Nov. 20. The Marlborough Rotary Club hosted its...

MRCC names new chair of Board of Directors

MARLBOROUGH - The Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce (MRCC) announced the appointment of Steve Messineo as the new chair of its Board of Directors earlier...

Wenzel: A sweet time decorating cookies across Marlborough

Christmas cookies have become one of the most popular treats of the holiday season. Read more about local cookie decorating events.

Wenzel: Marlborough holds Medal of Liberty Ceremony; Assabet student wins award

A Medal of Liberty Ceremony was heldto honor service men and women who were killed in action, died of wounds, or died in a combat zone.