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SHREWSBURY LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS

Explore exciting events and stay informed with breaking news in Shrewsbury, MA. Dive into the pulse of the community with our reliable source for local news. Your go-to Shrewsbury newspaper keeping you connected to the latest happenings.

After hours of debate, Shrewsbury Town Meeting adopts MBTA zoning

After months of debate and anticipation, Shrewsbury voted on MBTA zoning at November's Special Town Meeting.

Shrewsbury Town Meeting approves $2 million to design DPW facility

Town Meeting in November was asked to appropriate money for the design of the project only. Read more about the vote.

Police find suspected stolen goods in U-Haul that crashed near Target

Shrewsbury police reportedly found items they believed to have been stolen inside of a U-Haul truck that struck a pole near Target.

Light the Common, Yuletide Market Dec. 7

Admission is free. Parking is available at the First Congregational Church, Shrewsbury Public Library and the former Beal School.

RISE program’s Maple & Main celebrates one-year anniversary

On Nov. 3, 2023, a crowd gathered outside 557 Main St. to cut the ribbon and officially open Maple & Main.

Shrewsbury Police to participate in ‘Stuff a Cruiser’ food drive

The Shrewsbury Police Department will host a “Stuff a Cruiser” food drive on Friday, Nov. 15, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

MBTA zoning, DPW facility upgrades to go before Town Meeting

"I think the church should be paying for that. It’s a historical building, but they have their own funding."

Shrewsbury marks Veterans Day

Community members gathered in front of the former Maj. Howard W. Beal School to mark Veterans Day on Nov. 11.

SELCO linemen travel to help with hurricane relief efforts

After coming back to SELCO, the linemen debriefed and discussed how they could use the disaster-relief experience to help Shrewsbury.

Art Dobson reflects on life of service, love for Shrewsbury

Dobson has been to more than 30 countries, but the town of Shrewsbury will always be home. Read more about Art Dobson here.

The Ground Round will return to Shrewsbury at former Bauhinia site

The Shrewsbury restaurant will be an official The Ground Round. Joseph Shea has purchased the rights and trademarks to the company name.

Shrewsbury School Committee approves vocational partnership with Leicester at former Becker College

The School Committee hopes to enroll 15 current ninth-grade students at the Leicester school by the end of January.

PHOTOS: Changing leaves at Dean Park

This series of photos by photographer Tami White shows a flock of geese swimming in Dean Park in Shrewsbury in late October.

Veterans Day events across the region

Across the region, community members will be gathering to commemorate Veterans Day. Read more about the events.

‘Show and Tell’ with Shrewsbury Historical Society

On Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m., the Shrewsbury Historical Society will present “Show and Tell: Personal Treasures” at 17 Church Road.

Central One’s L’Ecuyer inducted into Hall of Fame

“We are honored to see David’s contributions recognized by CCUA Hall of Fame – it’s a well-deserved acknowledgement of his lasting legacy."

Memories of the Civil War preserved in Shrewsbury soldier’s diary

It’s an amazing relic from the Civil War that allows us to read about the life of a common soldier. Read more here.

Planning Board discusses MBTA zoning in lead-up to Town Meeting

During meetings on Oct. 17 and Oct. 24, the Planning Board opened the floor for public comment regarding the town’s MBTA zoning plan.

‘Nobody works harder’: Boyers, Shrewsbury volleyball prepare for state tournament

Over her three years on the Shrewsbury High School volleyball team, Gianna Boyers come to lead the program as a senior captain.

Chase on Route 20 results in firearm charges

A chase on Route 20 resulted in the arrest of a Webster man on firearm-related charges, according to Shrewsbury police.