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Shrewsbury residents raise concerns about proposed 55+ development
Residents voiced concerns about Album Shrewsbury – a proposed nearly 200-unit 55+ housing development on South Street.
Shrewsbury High School expansion not selected by MSBA
Superintendent Joe Sawyer announced at the Dec. 21 School Committee meeting that the MSBA did not select the SHS expansion project.
Shrewsbury middle school student advances to Scripps National Spelling Bee
Saketh Madhusudhan is headed to the massive Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington DC next month after a win at his regional bee.
A look inside Shrewsbury’s new police station
It’s been nearly a year since the groundbreaking of the new Shrewsbury Police Station. Since, visitors to the Shrewsbury Town Hall ...
Newly retired Shrewsbury police chief reflects on long career
By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
Shrewsbury – Recently retired Police Chief James (Jay) Hester’s last day with the Shrewsbury Police Department was June 30,...
Shrewsbury’s Assistant Superintendent Patrick Collins to retire
Shrewsbury Public Schools Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Patrick Collins will retire at the end of June.
Shrewsbury’s Crush nail salon celebrates ribbon cutting
Crush, a new addition to the Shrewsbury business landscape is looking to bring change in local nail salon offerings.
Shrewsbury officials note life sciences company Cytiva to expand into Route 9 facility
By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
Shrewsbury – A life sciences company, Cytiva, formerly part of GE Healthcare Life Science, is anticipated to be moving into...
Select Board approve licenses for Subaru dealership in Shrewsbury
A Subaru dealership is one step closer to opening in Shrewsbury. They went before the Select Board to ask for a garage and Class 1 license.
Worcester Academy freshman designs new Shrewsbury DPW logo
SHREWSBURY – The Shrewsbury Department of Public Works officially has a new logo, thanks to Worcester Academy freshman Junxi “Alex” Duan.
The department held two...
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...
Shrewsbury receives inventory of 141 historic properties
SHREWSBURY – Shrewsbury’s Town Meeting voted in 2019 to fund a survey of historic properties in town.
Last month, the Historical Commission then presented an...
Neighbors want to keep park behind old Beal school
By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer
SHREWSBURY — One evening, Julie Ross was sitting on her front porch on Hascall Street, watching a group of girls...
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.
Shrewsbury warehouse plans approved by Planning Board
On July 6, the Shrewsbury Planning Board approved the site plan for a 134,000-square-foot warehouse building.
Shrewsbury School Committee approves changes to school start times
After months of research, the School Committee unanimously voted to change school start times for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Clinton St. industrial park proposal draws ire of Shrewsbury residents
The development — proposed for the 100-acre former Worcester Sand & Stone property at 142 Clinton St. — would include two buildings.
Shrewsbury police arrest suspects related to home break-in
Mohammed Islam and Yaveth Martinez face charges for allegedly breaking into a Shrewsbury home, according to Shrewsbury police.
Silver Alert issued for couple last seen in Shrewsbury, UPDATE
The Webster Police Department have issued a silver alert for Janusz Melewski, 77, and Stanislawa Melewski, 94, of Webster.
Shrewsbury takes a step forward to join Assabet district
The Shrewsbury selectmen and School Committee have taken the first step to have the town possibly join the Assabet’s regional district.