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City hopes new zoning district will revitalize Donald Lynch Boulevard
A request to amend the zoning ordinances to create a new zoning district for Donald Lynch Boulevard was approved by the Planning Board.
Plans for Lizotte Drive pick up approvals from city boards
A former office building at 130 Lizotte Drive in Marlborough is closer to being converted into multifamily housing.
New owner acquires former McGee Farm
There’s a new owner, and new plans, for the former McGee Farm, located on Boston Post Road East in Marlborough.
Marlborough District Court reopens
Marlborough District Court hosted a grand reopening of the court that featured remarks by court and local leaders and a tour of the building.
Northborough to pay Marlborough $7.6 million as part of sewer settlement agreement
A settlement agreement has been signed by both Northborough and Marlborough leaders in regards to litigation over sewer.
Former Rowe Funeral Home mixed-use project clears City Council
The former Rowe Funeral Home at 57 Main St. is one step closer to being torn down and replaced with a mixed-use project.
Mayor wants to bring back Labor Day Festival
Mayor J. Christian Dumais wants to bring back the Labor Day Festival. To that end, he has requested a free cash transfer of $50,000.
Marlborough deploys special traps to deal with rodents
The city has deployed a new way of dealing with the rat problem. Smart boxes have been installed on public property in neighborhoods throughout the city.
Proposed zoning changes may encourage more marijuana shops
Businesses in the medical/adult use marijuana field may find it easier to set up shop in the city, thanks to proposed zoning amendments.
City Council votes against request to add communications director back to budget
The City Council has approved its FY2025 operating budget. However, it did not approve the mayor’s request for a communications director.
Revised plans for former Rowe Funeral Home adds more parking
Amended plans for the former Rowe Funeral Home on Main Street are making their way through municipal boards.
Marlborough Recreation announces opening dates for Memorial Beach, splash pads
The Marlborough Recreation Department has announced the opening dates for Memorial Beach, the splash pads and more.
Marlborough requests $115,000 for dog park at Ghiloni
The City Council got a request from Mayor J. Christian Dumais to transfer $115,000 from free cash for the DPW to construct the dog park.
City Council approves special permit for treatment program
The City Council has approved a special permit to allow Alta Behavioral Health to open an outpatient substance abuse treatment program.
Marlborough warns of unauthorized solicitation of water testing services
The DPW said this company, Quality Water Testing USA Inc., is conducting this activity without the city’s consent or authorization.
City announces summer internship program
The internship program aims to provide the unique opportunity to gain practical, real-life experience in a government setting.
Marlborough Fire Department welcomes new firefighters
The Marlborough Fire Department recently appointed three new members – Paul Latino, Madison Quinn and Cameron Plank.
Finance Committee trims $718,000 from proposed FY25 budget
For the second time this year, Marlborough Mayor J. Christian Dumais has requested a communications director.
City Council approves funds to digitalize records
In the basement of the Walker Building, there are dozens of boxes from several Marlborough municipal departments.
City opens boardwalk at Lake Williams
Mayor J. Christian Dumais joined former Mayor Arthur Vigeant and Conservation Agent Priscilla Ryder to open the Lake Williams boardwalk.