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Icy conditions lead to 2-hour delays for most schools

Due to messy conditions on the road this morning, the following school systems will have a two-hour delay.

Shrewsbury girls hockey’s epic, come-from-behind win in 18 photos

Down 2-0 after one period, Shrewsbury girls hockey fought back against Westford Academy, ultimately came from behind to defeat the team 3-2.

Joann Fabrics closing stores in Mass., including Shrewsbury

Joann Fabrics is closing 530 of its 800 locations nationwide, including 1000 Turnpike Road.

This company is paying up to $5.5 million to improve Route 20 stretch in...

As part of the agreement, Prologis will pay about $600,000 to design the intersection; the town will choose the design firm.

Bottle and can drive Feb. 15

The scouts will accept redeemable bottles and cans. Proceeds from the drive will support scouting activities throughout the year.

Al-Hamra Academy students find robotics success

The work also involved pressure. At times, teams had just 150 seconds to prove their robot was best. Read more here.

This barbecue restaurant wants to open on Route 9 in Shrewsbury

Records indicate that “BBQ Land – Asian Grill & Barbecue” is planning to open at 31 Boston Turnpike. Read more here.
Shrewsbury voters went to the polls today, including voters at Precinct 2 in the Senior Center. (Photo/Laura Hayes)

Nomination papers for Shrewsbury election due March 18

Nomination papers for the Shrewsbury election must be returned to the town clerk’s office by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18.

Winter weather leads to school closures, parking ban

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, to be in effect from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday.

Scam claims to be from Shrewsbury Consumer Science Department

According to the town, there was a recent call claiming to be from the "Shrewsbury Consumer Science Department."

Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services invites new board members

Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services, Inc. is accepting statements of interest from area residents to be members of the Board of Directors.

After referendum, Shrewsbury keeps MBTA zoning

The vote, which was held after 1,700 people signed a petition, asked whether the town will stick with an MBTA zoning plan.

Sawyer says Shrewsbury schools are ‘moving forward’ amid ‘headwinds’

“We’re fortunate to have an outstanding staff who engage the students and, of course, a very generous community in Shrewsbury."

McKenzie helps seniors stay ‘fit for life’

During the pandemic, she started “Fit for Life with Karen,” a follow-along exercise program that hit the 200-episode mark in November.

Shrewsbury MBTA zoning referendum set for February 4

Shrewsbury voters will head to the polls on Feb. 4 to determine whether the town will stick with the MBTA zoning approved by Town Meeting.
Shrewsbury Police Department arrested an Ashland man for reportedly trafficking crack cocaine. (Photo/Courtesy Shrewsbury Police Department)

Shrewsbury police locate over 27 grams of crack cocaine during traffic stop

An Ashland man has been charged with trafficking crack cocaine following a traffic stop by Shrewsbury Police on Route 9.
The Blizzard of '78 resulted in significant snowfall throughout New England. (photo/Courtesy)

Shrewsbury Historical Society recalls Blizzard of ’78

The Blizzard of ’78 was a hot topic on Jan. 22, as a crowd gathered at the Shrewsbury Historical Society to relive the infamous blizzard.

John Samia will not seek re-election to Select Board in May

John Samia announced Jan. 28 that he would not run for re-election to the Select Board. Read more about the news here.

Skating at school? Shrewsbury High School offers on-campus ice rink

Shrewsbury High School students have the option to lace up their skates and head outdoors to the newly constructed, on-campus ice rink.

‘Yarn bombing’ tradition brightens Shrewsbury Center

“It gives people something to look forward to when they come around the corner ... Most people like it and I think it's interesting.”