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Story Walk at Shrewsbury's Jordan Pond restored by generous donors, volunteers
Shrewsbury - Thanks to the support from a group of area teens and a local businessman, the Shrewsbury Public Library/Parks and Recreation Department Story...
‘Treasures in the Trunk’ yard sale April 30 to benefit Shrewsbury Library
Shrewsbury - Friends of the Shrewsbury Public Library will hold “Treasures in the Trunk,” a community-wide yard sale, Saturday, April 30, from 9 a.m....
Walter E. Madler, 90, of Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury - Walter E. Madler, 90, of Shrewsbury, died Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016 in Saint Vincent Hospital after an illness.
Walter was born and raised...
Luz Dulmaine, of Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury - Luz (de los Rios) Dulmaine, of Shrewsbury, died Friday, April 11, 2014 in UMass Memorial Medical Center-University Campus. Her husband of 42...
Shrewsbury selectmen hear update on public works projects
Shrewsbury - Several town officials were on hand to present an update of town public works projects to the Shrewsbury Board of Selectmen at its regularly scheduled meeting Jan. 13. At the presentation were Town Engineer Jeffrey W. Howland; Kristen D. Las, principal planner/economic development coordinator; John F. Knipe Jr., highway superintendent; and Robert Tozeski, superintendent of water and sewer.
The town is currently involved in 43 public works projects. Thirty-three are Tier One: projects under active design and construction or projects scheduled for construction within the next 12 months. Ten projects are Tier Two: projects under active study and review which are planned for advancement to Tier One within the next 12 months.
Shrewsbury Saheli to kick off fall session with book discussion
Shrewsbury – The first meeting of Shrewsbury Saheli group's fall session will be held Sunday Sept. 18, from 2 to 4:30 p.m., at Shrewsbury...
Shrewsbury Parks & Rec holds early registration for winter programs
Shrewsbury - Adult Co-Ed Competitive Volleyball registration is now being accepted by the Shrewsbury Parks & Recreation department. Pick-up games will be held Thursday...
Shrewsbury feels effect of storm
Shrewsbury - Although not hit as hard as some western Massachusetts towns, Shrewsbury was still impacted by the Oct. 29 nor'easter. The town was...
Dobsons celebrate 63rd wedding anniversary
Shrewsbury – Arthur and Dorothy Dobson, 59-year residents of Shrewsbury, celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary Aug. 3. The couple met while attending Brookline High School (Class of 1950), and were married at St. Mary's Church in Brookline.
Sewer commissioners report to Shrewsbury selectmen
Shrewsbury - On Jan. 10, the Board of Sewer Commissioners reported to the Board of Selectmen on the condition of the town's sewer system, as well as the progress being made on a variety of capital improvement projects.
Vincent A. Ricardi, 91, of Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury - Vincent A. Ricardi, a Shrewsbury resident for over 60 years, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side Sunday, Jan. 3,...
2014 schedule for musical/dancing fountains at Dean Park in Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury – Enjoy the musical/dancing fountains at Dean Park Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from 12 – 2 p.m. and 4 – 9:45 p.m....
Outstanding Youth of Shrewsbury Award winners named
Shrewsbury - Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services, Inc. (SYFS) has announced the 2012 winners of its Outstanding Youth of Shrewsbury Awards. The awards will...
Shrewsbury Lions Club golf tournament to benefit Usher Syndrome
Shrewsbury – The Shrewsbury Lions Club will be hosting a golf tournament Saturday, Oct. 20 at Juniper Hills Riverside Golf Course, 202 Brigham St.,...
Building a stronger SYFS with Gatsby-style Gala
Shrewsbury – Support from the community continues to grow for Shrewsbury Youth & Family Services (SYFS). Last year, a record number of 375 guests attended the agency’s major fundraiser. The event committee’s goal is to match that turnout for the 11th annual Gala to be held Saturday, March 14, 6 p.m., at St. John’s High School.
Veterans Inc. to host Freedom Song Festival June 16
Shrewsbury - Veterans Inc. will host its annual Freedom Song Festival Saturday, June 16 at Veterans Inc.'s Independence Hall, located at 59 South St....
Cameras all around
Shrewsbury - Nolan Hughes of Shrewsbury runs past his mom Stacey Hughes during a 5k race held during the annual St. Mary Family Festival...
Shrewsbury Road Scholars 5k & Fun Run to benefit CEF
Shrewsbury - Sunday, April 1, starting at noon, the 5th Annual Shrewsbury Road Scholars 5k & Fun Run will be held in Shrewsbury. All...
A series of permanent overrides in Shrewsbury? McRae
To the Editor:
Like a sudden, late-spring bloom, hundreds of brand new anti-override signs have popped up this week along Shrewsbury curbsides. Declaring "Vote No!...
Shrewsbury residents learn about healthy lunches
Shrewsbury - Members of the Shrewsbury community learned how to "Build a Better Lunch" on the front lawn of the Shrewsbury Public Library Aug....