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Marlborough agency offers support to those affected by addiction
By Lori Berkey, Contributing Writer
Marlborough - Several years ago, Kelly McCausland and a couple of her contemporaries saw chronic relapse in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)...
New city ordinance for devastating events proposed
Marlborough - An ordinance ensuring prompt remedial action after the occurrence of a devastating event, like the recent Broad Street fire, is being studied by the City Council Legislative and Legal Affairs Committee. The order, introduced by councilors Peter Juaire and Robert Tunnera at the Feb. 8 meeting, calls for councilors working with the building commissioner, code enforcement officer and city solicitor on drafting the document.
City Councilor Ed Clancy to lead Labor Day Parade as grand marshal
Marlborough – City Councilor Ed Clancy has marched in the Marlborough Labor Day Parade each year since he was elected to represent Ward 6 in 2002. A former educator at Marlborough High School (MHS) for 36 years, he has often seen his former students on the sidelines as they wave and chant, "Mr. Clancy!"
"Those kids are now adults and still want to be recognized when they see me," he said.
Perlman endorsed by Sen. Ed Markey
Senator Ed Markey endorsed Marlborough mayoral candidate and at-large City Councilor Samantha Perlman on Nov. 6.
Henry James Gibbs, 84, of Marlborough
Marlborough - Henry James "Jim" Gibbs, 84, of Marlborough, died Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015 of lung cancer.
Jim was born April 9, 1931 in Newton....
Marlborough is awarded $81,000 in grants
Marlborough - As September came to a close, financial officers in the city applauded the work done by Mayor Arthur Vigeant and department heads that led to Marlborough receiving over $80,000 in grants during the month.
AVRTHS students “Think Pink”
Marlborough - The cosmetology and the metal fabrication departments of Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, including (l to r) teachers Sue Viens, Neil...
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.
Flying Dreams Brewing Co. ranks among top breweries in the world
By Catherine Twing, Contributing Writer
Marlborough - Flying Dreams Brewing Co. owner Dave Richardson’s top priority is brewing quality beer. Richardson, his wife Stephanie and...
Peter DiRico, 95, of Marlborough
Marlborough - Peter DiRico, 95, of Marlborough, died Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015.
Born in Marlborough, he was the son of the late Paul and Pasqualina...
Books and seeds to share at Little Free Library in Marlborough
By Catherine Twing, Contributing Writer
Marlborough - With winter (hopefully) behind us, it’s time for flower beds and vegetable gardens, and the French Hill Little Free...
‘Everyone is safe, including the moose’: Moose safely relocated after visiting Marlborough
MARLBOROUGH - A moose spotted in the backyards of Marlborough residents has been successfully tranquilized and transported out of the city, officials say.
The moose,...
Peter A. Doran, 48, of Marlborough
Marlborough - Peter A. "Pete" Doran, 48, died Tuesday morning, Feb. 2, 2016 after a short illness. He was the husband of Rebekah (Honer)...
Marlborough Hospital shifts COVID-19 testing back to New England Sports Center
REGION - Marlborough Hospital’s COVID-19 testing has moved back to the New England Sports Center (NESC) according to an announcement from the hospital this...
Downtown Village Association elects officers, directors
Marlborough - Members of the Marlborough Downtown Village Association have taken a giant step forward, changing the status from a thriving grassroots organization to a well-defined nonprofit organization.
At a recent meeting they elected officers and a board of directors to help accomplish their mission – “To create and sustain a district where residents and workers can experience a high quality of life, a district that experiences ongoing cultural growth and serves as a regular attraction to commuting workers and visitors to Marlborough, a district where property and business owners can enjoy ongoing development, prosperity.”
Rain, wind knocks out power for hundreds in region
Hundreds of residents spent at least part of Monday, Dec. 18, in the dark, as a powerful storm knocked down tree limbs and power lines.
Marlborough Hudson February 3, 2023
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Marlborough gets grant to help with Housing Choice
The Housing Choice Initiative is intended to alleviate the housing shortage in the state, especially when it comes to multifamily units.
PHOTOS: Icy scenes linger after snowy February
Marlborough - Photographers in Marlborough captured glistening icicles and windswept hillsides before the relative heat of the last few days melted much of this...
Marlborough Community Development Authority to hold hearing on grant program
Marlborough – The Marlborough Community Development Authority (MCDA) will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 6:30 p.m. on behalf of the...