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Shrewsbury employees will now be required to wear masks again in Town Hall following an Aug. 10 announcement by Town Manager Kevin Mizikar. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)

Shrewsbury selectmen approve public comment policy

A new policy governing public comment at Shrewsbury Board of Selectmen meetings is officially on the books.

UPDATE: One dead, another seriously injured after Lake Quinsigamond boating incident

SHREWSBURY - One man died and another was injured late Saturday afternoon in a boating incident on Lake Quinsigamond between Worcester and Shrewsbury. Worcester Police...

Valois Home Improvements sets a high bar for quality and craftsmanship

Strike up a conversation with Raymond Valois (pronounced “val-wah”), and you will quickly understand why he is respected by his customers.

Communities push forward amid lifeguard shortages

Lifeguard shortages are continuing this summer. However, the extent of the issue has varied, according to local officials. 

Man drowns in Lake Quinsigamond near Burns Bridge

SHREWSBURY – A 30-year-old man died Tuesday after he either jumped or fell from the Kenneth F. Burns Memorial Bridge between Shrewsbury and Worcester,...

Worcester County Sheriff picnic in Shrewsbury sees record turnout

More than 1,200 seniors enjoyed barbecue lunches, giveaways and more at a record-setting annual senior picnic earlier this month.

Shrewsbury installs new wayfinding signs

Visitors to Shrewsbury’s Town Center may have seen new blue signs on Main Street announcing that they are now entering the Town Center.

Shrewsbury brothers become youngest North American bridge champions

A pair of Shrewsbury brothers recently made history in the game of bridge, when they won a limited North American Bridge Championship event.

Shrewsbury Girl Scouts build new pollinator garden

Shrewsbury’s Lake Street park has a new pollinator garden near its prominent storywalk and trailheads thanks to a group of local Girl Scouts.

WooSox Shrewsbury Night raises $1,100+ for SYFS

SYFS is getting a $1,165 donation thanks to proceeds from the WooSox’s Shrewsbury edition of its Town Takeover series on May 22. 

‘Survive and advance’: SHS baseball prolongs season with playoff win over Lincoln-Sudbury

The SHS baseball team beat Lincoln-Sudbury at home to move one step further in this year's state championship tournament. 

St. John’s lacrosse beats Central Catholic in playoff opener

The St. John's boys lacrosse team will continue its state championship bid this month after beating Central Catholic High School.

Former Paton students, Shrewsbury High School grads enjoy senior walk through

Walter J. Paton Elementary School in Shrewsbury hosted a walk through on Tuesday for Shrewsbury High School graduates.

Then & Now: A dance at the Lincoln Park Dance Hall

Although Lake Quinsigamond is still a popular summer destination, it was a much different place years ago.

Shrewsbury Town Hall transitions to summer operating hours

Shrewsbury’s Town Hall has transitioned to summer hours for the first time, effective May 31. Hours will remain in effect through Sept. 2.

Shrewsbury High School celebrates graduation 

With a turn of a tassel, the Shrewsbury High School Class of 2022 graduated on Thursday evening at Shrewsbury High School.

Shrewsbury Garden Club awards 2022 scholarship 

The Shrewsbury Garden Club recently awarded its $1,000 2022 scholarship to graduating Shrewsbury High School senior Hailey Luke.

Shrewsbury opens community fridge near Senior Center

The Shrewsbury Rotary Club held a ribbon cutting on Tuesday for its new community fridge next to the Shrewsbury Senior Center.

Shrewsbury town leaders weigh feedback from community survey

Residents think that Shrewsbury is a great place to live. They also, though, have noted room for growth and improvement.

Shrewsbury recognizes Memorial Day with parade, ceremonies

SHREWSBURY – Residents lined the streets around Shrewsbury’s Town Center on Monday to celebrate Memorial Day.  The parade, which started at Town Hall, marked a...