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‘Shrewsbury is a very special place:’ SHS celebrates graduation

Members of Shrewsbury High School’s class of 2023 were handed their diplomas during the school’s 145th annual graduation ceremony.

Sean P. Cavanaugh, 49, of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury - Sean P. Cavanaugh, 49, of Shrewsbury, died unexpectedly in his home Friday, Oct. 21, 2016. He is survived by his wife, Angela Dutra-Cavanaugh;...

Shrewsbury announces upcoming local electronic recycling day

Shrewsbury – An electronic recycling day will be held Sunday, April 22, from 1 to 4 p.m., in Shrewsbury. The event will be taking...

The Villa Vaudreuil

By Michael Perna Jr., Contributing Writer Shrewsbury - Joseph Godfroi Vaudreuil moved to Worcester in 1868 at the age of 18.  He quickly became involved...

Community Snapshot: Active otters in the water

Shrewsbury resident Xi Jiang captured this photo of otters frolicking in Princeton last month.

Rosemary F. Nolle, 79, of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury - Rosemary F. Nolle (Slyman), 79, of Shrewsbury, passed away on March 29, 2021 at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born...

Brianne Doman, 32, formerly of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury - Brianne N. (LaChance) Doman, 32, formerly of Shrewsbury, died June 29, 2019 after an illness. She leaves her husband of six years, Brodie...

Barbara E. Connolly, 91, of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury - Barbara E. (Mawdsley) Connolly, 91, of Shrewsbury, died Oct. 9, 2019 in the comfort of her own home. She was born and raised...
Kenneth P. Brueggemann

Kenneth P. Brueggemann, 89, of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury - Kenneth P. Brueggemann, 89, of Shrewsbury, passed away at UMass Lakeside Hospital in Worcester on Nov. 29, 2020 after a brief illness....

St. Mary Parish to host seventh annual Fish Fry Dinner

Shrewsbury - On Friday, March 3, St. Mary Parish, 16 Summer St., in Shrewsbury will host its seventh annual Lenten Fish Fry from 4...

Shrewsbury girls’ track receives first loss of season

Region – Arctic temperatures and fiercely biting winds were waiting for the Shrewsbury High (SHS) girls’ varsity track team when they stepped onto the terrain of host Wachusett Regional High where the two teams met in a battle for Midland A supremacy on May 4.

Andrew Donovan, 20, of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury – On Sept. 30, 1996, Andrew Joseph Donovan was born early as the second child to Brian and Nanette Donovan. Born with medical...

A glimpse of Civil War History in Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury - The Shrewsbury Parks and Recreation Department held a Civil War Living History Reenactment July 18 at Dean Park. Reenactors from the 13th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Company F portrayed Civil War life in 1865.

Officials discuss proposed increased water/sewer rates

Shrewsbury – Shrewsbury’s Water and Sewer Department has been reviewing its revenue and expenditures to determine how to meet its financial needs in the next three years. Town Manager Kevin Mizikar, Water & Sewer Superintendent Robert Tozeski, and Douglas Gardner of Pioneer Consulting Group presented a water rate study and recommendations to the Board of Selectmen Nov. 14.

Plaintiffs make argument in Beal Commons appeal

As the Beal Commons appeal is well underway, the seven plaintiffs in the case recently amended their complaint.

Shrewsbury sets up page regarding coronavirus information

Shrewsbury - The town of Shrewsbury has set up a designated page for where they will post updated information related to the coronavirus pandemic....
Joe Marinelli Photo/submitted

JoeCleans wants to refresh your space because clean is a state of being

By Melanie Petrucci, Community Reporter Shrewsbury – Now that winter is finally over, it’s time to remove the dirt and dust that come with the...

Shrewsbury Development Corporation seeks new member

Shrewsbury - The Board of Selectmen is seeking a qualified individual interested in serving on the Shrewsbury Development Corporation for a five year term...

“Death by Chocolate” looking for more participants

Shrewsbury – The Second Annual Death by Chocolate fundraiser is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cyprian Keyes...

Shrewsbury baseball clinic to be held April 17

Shrewsbury  - The 9th annual “Blue & Gold Baseball Practice” will be held on Wednesday, April 17, from 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at...