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Marlborough schools deal with lower MCAS scores, absenteeism

For Marlborough, as in school systems across the state, extensive absences caused by the pandemic have led to lower MCAS scores.

Spike in first-grade enrollment may prompt new hire next year, Marlborough Superintendent says

By Stuart Foster, Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH – A larger than expected class of first-grade students entering the Marlborough Public Schools this year could necessitate an...

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.

No settlement in bus driver dispute affecting Marlborough and Westborough

After spending most of Friday and Saturday at the negotiating table, Teamsters Local 170 and NRT Bus appear no closer to a contract settlement.

Schools announce delays due to snow

REGION - The majority of area schools will be opening late today due to the lingering effects of snow this weekend. Dubbed a "a long...
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...
Assabet field hockey is finding success under new coach Caitlyn Lucht. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)

Assabet celebrates $249,000 state grant

A nearly $250,000 grant will let Assabet buy new equipment to strengthen its metal fabrication and welding programming. 

Marlborough schools increase pay rates for substitutes

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

Assabet Valley kicks off 50th anniversary celebration

Assabet's second superintendent recalled his experiences as part of Assabet’s 50th anniversary building rededication on Nov. 3.

Westborough bus drivers to vote on union representation, says NRT

While drivers in Marlborough staged a strike that lasted three days, drivers for Westborough remained on the job.

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.

Marlborough ECC Director takes one for the Jimmy Fund

By Cindy Zomar, Education Coordinator MARLBOROUGH - Andrew Bernabei, Director of Marlborough’s Early Childhood Center (ECC), is not sure where the disposable hazmat suit came...

‘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.

Marlborough Public Schools begin search for new finance director

Marlborough Public Schools is searching for a new director of finance and operations after Douglas Dias leaves at the end of the school year.

Marlborough’s CSF Dollars for Scholars plans to relaunch Scholar Bee

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MARLBOROUGH - After a relatively quiet year in terms of fundraising, CSF of Marlborough Dollars for Scholars program has come roaring back with a...

Local students named to dean’s lists

Several colleges have released their dean's lists, featuring local students from the region, including the University of New England.

First day of classes at Kane Elementary

Despite clouds and a bit of rain, it was all smiles for students and staff at the Francis J. Kane Elementary School on Aug. 30.

After teaching remotely, Marlborough teachers thank supervisor

By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH — Clad in black T-shirts reading “Teachers can do virtually anything,” Marlborough Public Schools remote teachers gathered May 19...
Marlborough Mayor concerned with Phase two of vaccine rollout.

Marlborough High School rolling out the red carpet for the class of 2021

By Vicki Greene, Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH — High School seniors will be the stars of the day Saturday, June 5, after going through a difficult...

Marlborough schools seek second school bus vendor

Marlborough Public Schools continues discussions with North Reading Transportation (NRT) over modifications to the school bus contract.