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Shrewsbury Newsletter

List of posts to be included in the Shrewsbury newsletter email.

Planning Board approves McGovern collision and fit-up center in Shrewsbury

The board approved the site plans for the construction of a McGovern Auto Group collision and fit-up center and Floor & Decor on Route 9. 

Shrewsbury seniors set 4×800-meter relay school record

“It felt amazing – it’s something that you look forward to for months... To finally break the school record felt very good.”

Shrewsbury approves license changes for proposed McGovern collision, fit-up center

The Select Board unanimously voted to approve a revised garage license for a McGovern collision and fit-up center at 420 Boston Turnpike.

A day at White City Amusement Park

SHREWSBURY - The strip of tickets in our photograph lists the rides and attractions at the White City Amusement Park, including some that many...

Shrewsbury police make multiple unlicensed firearm arrests

Three separate traffic stops over the weekend led to charges of people carrying firearms without a license.

McGovern proposes new plans for Shrewsbury collision, fit-up center

A proposed McGovern collision center on Route 9 may now include a retail center. The Planning Board accepted the withdrawal ...

Patrick Subaru plans move to Rt. 9, South Street intersection

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SHREWSBURY – Patrick Subaru plans to relocate to a new site near the intersection of Route 9 and South Street. “We’re very excited about this...

Student made 9/11 sculpture comes home to Shrewsbury

As the cars pulled over for a police-escorted motorcade traveling Route 290 and the streets of Shrewsbury last Thursday, they probably had no idea why a Shrewsbury Facilities truck would warrant such attention. 

Proposed warehouse near Shrewsbury/Boylston border won’t have negative traffic impact developer says

By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer SHREWSBURY — As developers NorthBridge Partners plan to build a campus in Shrewsbury, NorthBridge is also looking to build a...

Shrewsbury Select Board adopts a $13.12 tax rate

Owners of single-family homes may see an average $414 tax increase for fiscal year 2023 after the Shrewsbury Select Board set its tax rate.

Shrewsbury traffic stop leads to firearm, drug charges

A gun, suboxone, cocaine and heroin were discovered in a vehicle by Shrewsbury police during a traffic stop this weekend. 

Industrial building proposed for former Pointe at Hills Farm site in Shrewsbury

A 134,000-square-foot industrial building may be coming to Route 20 in Shrewsbury, pending approval from town boards and commissions.

New Shrewsbury director of recreation hits the ground running

Laurel Rossiter didn’t exactly get the chance to ease into her new position as Shrewsbury’s director of recreation.

Shrewsbury wildlife rehabilitator will continue caring for birds of prey

By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter Shrewsbury – Animal behaviorist and Shrewsbury resident Jessica Zorge was jubilant after the Shrewsbury Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA)...

Parks, recreation director Angela Snell says goodbye

Director of Parks and Recreation Angela Snell marked her last day serving the town of Shrewsbury Sept. 30 after serving since 2001.

Remembering summer fun – a century ago

By Michael Perna Jr., Contributing Writer    Shrewsbury/Worcester - Lincoln Park was a very early amusement park – located on the Worcester shore of Lake Quinsigamond. It...
A blue, pay-as-you-throw trash bag sits at the end of a driveway on Brook Street in Shrewsbury. The town has recently faced a shortage of the trash bags. Photo/Laura Hayes

Shrewsbury officials address shortage of pay-as-you-throw trash bags

By Laura Hayes, Senior Community Reporter SHREWSBURY — Facing a shortage of blue, pay-as-you-throw trash bags, the town is asking residents to only purchase the...

Selectmen approve raise for Shrewsbury Town Manager

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SHREWSBURY – The Shrewsbury Board of Selectmen agreed to increase Town Manager Kevin Mizikar’s salary to $205,000 during their Nov. 9 meeting. That amounted to...

Man arrested after stolen vehicle found in Shrewsbury driveway

When officers arrived at the scene they discovered the vehicle had been reported stolen from Worcester about two days ago. 

Shrewsbury discusses next steps regarding hexavalent chromium

Filtration systems would not be able to fully remove hexavalent chromium from Shrewsbury’s water supply, according to a recent presentation.