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Kane announces COVID-19 state grants for Shrewsbury and Westborough school districts
Region  – State Representative Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury) has announced the release of more than $50 million in one-time state funding to assist local school...
Shrewsbury police investigating bus stop incident
The Shrewsbury Police Department is investigating an incident which allegedly took place at a school bus stop, Wednesday morning.
Apartments, retail development proposed near Lakeway Commons
By Laura Hayes, Senior Community Reporter
SHREWSBURY – A developer is proposing a new apartment and retail building to be located across from Lakeway Commons...
New flag disposal box in Shrewsbury
On May 28, local Boy Scouts unveiled a new American flag disposal box that will be placed in front of the Shrewsbury Fire Station.
All-girls Scouts BSA troop forms in Shrewsbury
SHREWSBURY – Troop 7114, Shrewsbury’s first all-girls Scouts BSA troop, held its first meeting on Tuesday, marking a milestone for both troop members and...
An egg-cellent event: Shrewsbury’s flashlight egg hunt a huge success
Families gathered at Dean Park to participate in the Shrewsbury Parks and Recreation Department’s Flashlight Egg Hunt.
District attorney honors Shrewsbury police for life-saving rescue
In February, four Shrewsbury police personnel rescued a man from neck-deep mud and freezing water at Flint Pond.
Shrewsbury Select Board to hold office hours
The Select Board has announced that they would begin to hold office hours. The first session is currently scheduled for June 13.
Shrewsbury Board seeks members for newly created Diversity Task Force
By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
Shrewsbury – After weeks of consideration and deliberation, the Board of Selectmen formally established a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion...
Shrewsbury girls hockey advances to Elite 8 after gutsy win over Bishop Feehan
The win over Bishop Feehan sets Shrewsbury on a collision course with No. 2 Saint Mary’s (Lynn) in the Elite 8.
Boch automotive dealership expands operations into Shrewsbury
By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
Shrewsbury — News broke just before the New Year holiday that more than 25 acres along Route 9 westbound...
Olympic Rowing Trials at the Lake – 1952
By Michael Perna Jr., Contributing Writer
Shrewsbury - Almost 70 years ago, in early July 1952, Lake Quinsigamond was host to the
U. S. Olympic...
Shrewsbury schools receive $20,000 anonymous donation
SHREWSBURY – An anonymous donor recently contributed $20,000 to the Shrewsbury Public Schools’ Colonial Fund.Â
The School Committee unanimously accepted the donation during its Jan....
St. John’s volleyball fights until the end in semis
The St. John’s volleyball team’s season came to a close after the team fell in the semifinals 3-0 against the No. 1 seed Needham.
UPDATE: DA identifies Shrewsbury woman found dead alongside daughter, March 19
By Dakota Antelman, Managing Editor
UPDATE: The woman found dead alongside her daughter in Shrewsbury, March 19, has been identified. Shrewsbury Police, meanwhile, have reiterated...
Shrewsbury community says goodbye to Christmas Tree Shops
Hundreds of faithful shoppers from around the region traveled to the Christmas Tree Shops at Olde Shrewsbury Village for the store’s last day
Shrewsbury athlete invited to New Balance Future Stars Series Underclass Combine
The outfielder/ pitcher has been invited to participate in the New Balance Future Stars Series Underclass Combine.
Clinton Savings Bank, WXLO 104.5 fundraise for Coolidge school
Clinton Savings Bank and WXLO 104.5 recently teamed up to provide a bright start to the school year for Coolidge Elementary School.
Shrewsbury Selectmen review Route 20 Corridor turning restrictions
By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
SHREWSBURY – Town Manager Kevin Mizikar briefly reviewed possible turning restrictions along the Route 20 corridor with Selectmen at...
Shrewsbury launches small business grant program
The Shrewsbury Planning and Economic Development Department has launched a Small Business Grant Program. Applications are due April 1.