Marlborough

Region – Marlborough resident Debbie Beausoleil was honored by the United Way of Tri-County at an event held March 28 at the Sheraton Framingham...

Marlborough - At the request of Council President Patricia Pope and Ward 5 Councilor Robert Seymour, the City Council approved a temporary moratorium on establishing medical marijuana treatment centers in the city at its March 25 meeting. Seymour suggested allowing a year for further development and clarification of the legal issues concerning local regulation of medical marijuana use before pursuing local regulations and policy on the subject.

Marlborough - Within the next six weeks, a design and an updated set of plans for the proposed new Senior Center will be presented to the City Council and residents of the city, Mayor Arthur Vigeant announced at a meeting of the council's Operations and Overview Committee March 14. "It is a work in progress which will move the program forward," Vigeant said, stressing the need to plan construction as soon as possible to allow for the city's eligibility for grant money.

Marlborough/Westborough – Bonnie Cochran, of Marlborough, has performed extensively as a flutist with ensembles throughout New England and beyond. A desire to also perform geographically closer to home compelled her to found Chamber Music Metrowest (CMM).

Marlborough - Friends of Roland's House, men and women committed to preventing homeless people from living on the street, gathered at the restaurant Chez Siam recently to hear about the success of the 23rd Evening of Giving. The fundraiser has become a beloved annual tradition for the communities of Marlborough and Hudson.

Marlborough - City Clerk Lisa Thomas invites city residents to attend an Elections Fair Tuesday, March 19, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for an...

Marlborough - City Clerk Lisa Thomas invites city residents to attend an Elections Fair Tuesday, March 19, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for an...

Marlborough – Four Marlborough High School (MHS) student athletes joined Mayor Arthur Vigeant and other city and civil leaders at City Hall March 7...

Marlborough - A missing child is a parent's worst nightmare. But it does sometimes happen. That is why a local dental practice has decided to offer a free event that will help parents if the worst does ever happen.

Marlborough – Think of it as Meals on Wheels – but with library items delivered instead of food.

Marlborough - For the past several months, officials from the city of Marlborough and the town of Sudbury have been working closely to evaluate the potential benefits of combining resources to better serve veterans in their communities. Leading the effort is Mayor Arthur Vigeant, who, via a communication to the City Council during its Feb. 24 meeting, presented a proposal to move forward and regionalize.

Marlborough - "How we are connected to God, each other and all things" is the theme of a book, "The Spirit Within" written by author Paul Pacific. The Marlborough resident is also a motivational speaker who spreads his inspiring message of personal empowerment in schools, on television, radio and media interviews all over the United States.

Marlborough - Mayor Arthur Vigeant has asked the City Council to continue the formal Public Service Internship Program for deserving college students and high school graduates. The program was inaugurated last year. In his communication to the council at its Feb. 24 meeting, Vigeant said he welcomed any feedback or questions relative to the program. He also included statements of overwhelming support from participating department heads and their staffs.

Marlborough - Reliability, enthusiasm, promptness and a willingness to do whatever is needed are among the positive attributes displayed by the 25 seniors enrolled in the city's first Senior Citizen Residential Property Tax Work-off Program (SCRPT). This was emphasized in Mayor Arthur Vigeant's first annual report on the SCRPT program presented to the City Council during the council's Feb. 11 meeting. A total of 49 applicants were deemed eligible for the program, and 25 seniors from that pool were selected through a random drawing, Vigeant said.

Marlborough - The Friends of the Marlborough Public Library (FMPL) and the Assabet Valley Camera Club (AVCC) of Hudson recently held its 19th "Friends Annual Photography Show." Located in the Bigelow Auditorium at the library, 35 West Main St., the gallery showcased both black-and-white and color photographs by artists in the greater Marlborough area.

Marlborough – For several years, hundreds of girls attended their high school prom properly dressed in an outfit they otherwise wouldn's have been able to afford. They received the gown and accessories free of charge at an annual event, which was originally organized by faculty members of Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School (AVRHS). The tradition will continue Saturday, March 2, at AVRTHS as the Metrowest Princess Boutique is hosted for the third year by the Marlborough Junior Woman's Club (MJWC). Over 100 volunteers are happy to assist that day, said MJWC President Theresa Frias.

Marlborough - Groundbreaking for Phase II of Boston Scientific Corporation's expansion program in Marlborough is scheduled to begin in April, Mayor Arthur Vigeant said in a communication to the City Council at its Feb. 11 meeting. This will fulfill the second phase of the city's existing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) agreement with the company that was adopted and agreed to in 2006, he said.

Marlborough - Several local men and women are having an opportunity to apply their talent and work experience, which is making them feel productive and appreciated once again as they participate in the newly established Senior Citizen Residential Property Tax Work-Off Program (SCRPT).

Marlborough – U.S. Rep. Niki Tsongas, D-3rd District, will host her "Congress on Your Corner" program Tuesday, Feb. 19 from 5:30 to 7 p.m....

Marlborough - "Life is simple. Eat. Drink. Play Softball." This cheery message heads the webpage of EMASS Senior Softball (http://www.emass-seniorsaoftball.com). But there could also be another message imparted – one is never too old to play and enjoy the game.