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NORTHBOROUGH LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS, MA

Explore Northborough’s pulse with up-to-the-minute updates on our newspaper. Stay connected to local events and breaking news in Northborough, MA. We cover the latest happenings, ensuring you’re informed about all significant events in the community.

Molly O. Durkin, 29, of Northborough

Molly 0. Durkin lost her struggle with life. After many attempts she succumbed to the call of the wild. Molly was born in Worcester, Massachusetts...

Northborough Health Department closes Casa Vallarta following illegal bedrooms, leaks

The Northborough Health Department has ordered the closure of Casa Vallarta after the fire department documented three illegal bedrooms.

New Northborough Marshalls and HomeGoods announce opening dates

The new Marshalls and HomeGoods in Northborough Crossing officially have their opening dates. The stores will open April 27.

HomeGoods, Marshalls and Sierra coming to Northborough

According to Northborough officials, HomeGoods, Marshalls and Sierra will be coming to Northborough Crossing.

Northborough sounds alarm over invasive insect

NORTHBOROUGH - Officials in Northborough are warning residents to be on the lookout for an invasive insect that may have recently developed a presence...

Landscaping worker killed while trimming trees in Northborough

By Laura Hayes, Senior Community Reporter NORTHBOROUGH - A man in his mid-20s was killed after he came into contact with a power line while...

Northborough police respond to fatal car crash on Route 9

By Dakota Antelman, Managing Editor UPDATE: Auburn Police Chief Andrew Sluckis has confirmed via Twitter that the crash reported in Northborough on Sunday night was, indeed,...

Sierra announces opening for Northborough store

The new Sierra store will officially be opening its doors in Northborough Crossing during a grand opening on Sept. 23. 
Casey Reuter Durkin

Casey Reuter Durkin, 39, of Northborough and Los Angeles

Northborough/Los Angeles, Calif. - Casey Reuter Durkin, a longtime resident of Northborough and Los Angeles, passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2020. Whether on...

Temporary off-ramp for I-90, 495 opens

A new temporary off-ramp from the Mass. Turnpike eastbound to Route 495 northbound and southbound will open on July 11.

Buck supermoon shines over Northborough

Community members across the region looked to the sky on Wednesday night at the brilliant supermoon on display. 

UPDATE: Man shot in Northborough, suspect flees

By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer UPDATE: Northborough Police are asking nearby residents to check their video or camera footage for a dark colored sedan. NORTHBOROUGH -...

GoFundMe created for Northborough resident who passed away from cancer

After passing away from a long battle with cancer, the loved ones of Rebecca Maynard have created a GoFundMe.

Algonquin community mourns the loss of student

The community is mourning after Algonquin Regional High School Junior Jon Niemi passed away over the weekend.

Motel 6 seeks variance amidst reconstruction plans

After a fire closed its doors in 2021, owners of the Motel 6 are hoping to reconstruct the hotel. Jay Patel went before ZBA Aug. 22.

Firefighters respond to two-alarm fire in Northborough UPDATE

Crews responded to a fire in the 100 block of Whitney Street this evening. Northborough Fire Department reported ...

Grafton man arrested after allegedly threatening Northborough Amazon warehouse

A man was arrested late last month after he allegedly made “threatening comments” toward an Amazon distribution center in Northborough.
David K. Zecco

David K. Zecco, 57, of Northborough

Northborough - David K. Zecco, 57, of Northborough, died on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at UMass Hospital in Worcester. He will be sadly missed...

Walking the Wachusett Aqueduct in Northborough brings history to life

Hiking the 4.5-mile length in Northborough brings history to life in delightful, intriguing, and peaceful ways―illuminating an historic, cultural, and recreational resource that is easy to take for granted.

FedEx site expansion to go before Northborough ZBA

The trucking terminal at 300 Bartlett Street currently occupied by FedEx Freight is seeking to expand. It will head before the ZBA May 23.