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Marlborough Fire Department welcomes two new firefighters as one retires

The Marlborough Fire Department celebrated two new firefighters as it also honored the retirement of another firefighter earlier this month.

Marlborough and Hudson’s Civil War sacrifices were substantial

By Brett Peruzzi, Contributing Writer REGION - Marlborough and Hudson’s Civil War history and service records were lost to a fire over a century ago....

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...

Marlborough Lions staging blanket, bedding drive

The Marlborough Lions Club is sponsoring a blanket and bedding drive to support Fresh Start Furniture Bank.

Marlborough Recreation opens registration for spring programs

MARLBOROUGH - The Marlborough Recreation Department has opened up registration for its spring programs. The rec department is offering youth sports, such as T-ball, baseball,...
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Thank you to all who helped in effort to vaccinate school nurses

To the Editor: Dakota Antelman's article captured the spirit of the volunteer vaccine clinics on January 7th & 8th ("Marlborough doctor runs COVID-19 vaccine clinic...

Wenzel: Marlborough gathers for Hanukkah celebration

A Menorah, nine-feet high, in front of the Walker Building, was lit on the evening of Dec. 19 for the Chanukah Community Celebration. 

Wenzel: Santa visits Home for the Holidays event; Lions hold Festival of Trees

MARLBOROUGH - Santa Claus himself was at Marlborough’s Dec. 3 “Home for the Holidays” with tree lighting on Union Common. Children gathered around the...

Snow squall briefly freezes region

REGION - A line of heavy snow marched across the region on Saturday afternoon, creating brief, near white-out conditions in some places. The batch of...
Members of country music band Southbound Train perform as part of this year’s ongoing Summer Concert Series in Marlborough.

Marlborough announces programming for free Summer Concert series

Marlborough’s free Summer Concert series will return this year, with performances in multiple locations throughout the summer.

Marlborough Historical Society to feature women’s military display

The Marlborough Historical Society will be presenting a women’s military display on Jan. 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Marlborough Mayor concerned with Phase two of vaccine rollout.

Marlborough church to host cornhole tournament

The First United Methodist Church of Marlborough will host a cornhole fundraiser tournament on Saturday, April 6, at Tackle Box Brewing Co.

Marlborough library hosting Donor Appreciation Night

The Marlborough Public Library Foundation will hold a Donor Appreciation Night on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Marlborough Democratic Committee members delivering donated food and personal care items to Marlborough Community Cupboard.

Marlborough Democratic City Committee to hold fundraiser for Community Cupboard, Ukrainian children

The MDCC's spring collection drive will also collect funds to donate to Ukrainian children later this week.

Garden gnome decorates Marlborough trail

MARLBOROUGH - A photographer in Marlborough snapped a whimsical photo last month of a garden gnome standing watch over a set of trails in...

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...
The Marlborough Fire Department Station sits on Maple Street. Photo/Laura Hayes

Two Marlborough firefighters earn promotions

MARLBOROUGH — The Marlborough Fire Department has a new Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant, a press release from Mayor Arthur Vigeant’s office announced July...

Calendar sale to benefit food pantries

Photographer Tami White is selling calendars featuring photos of Fort Meadow Reservoir.

Wenzel: MHS grad wins CSF scholarships, Rotary Club inducts new members

Marcus Chrisafideis recently received three scholarships at the CSF of Marlborough Dollars for Scholars scholarship presentation. 
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Marlborough Rotary stages children’s book drive

The Rotary Club of Marlborough is staging a book drive for rural libraries in Uganda and the Philippines for children in K-6.