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Donations still needed for migrant families in Shrewsbury
In early June, the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development placed 16 families in Shrewsbury.
Shrewsbury Select Board considers land acknowledgement statement
Earlier this year, the Library Board of Trustees approached the DEIB Committee to craft the library’s land acknowledgement statement.
Food, music at Shrewsbury Summer Festival
Scandinavian Athletic Club Park was abuzz on Aug. 13 as community members gathered for the Shrewsbury Summer Festival.
Shrewsbury’s Beth Murray named 2023 Commonwealth Heroine
As soon as she’s available, Murray finds Lucht and asks how she can help. She spends practically the rest of the day helping Lucht out around the building.
Flash floods dump rain into the region
While parts of the state experienced tornado warnings, the NWS issued severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings for parts of the region.
Legislature passes tax abatement for daughter of fallen firefighter
The legislature passed a bill on Aug. 17, which allows Shrewsbury to grant a real estate tax abatement for the daughter of Christopher Roy.
Public health advisory remains for one Shrewsbury pond
The Board of Health lifted warnings for three local ponds on Aug. 17, but an advisory remains in place for Flint Pond (Oak Island Boat Ramp).
SELCO open house postponed
Community members are invited to attend SELCO’s open house in October at their location at 30 Municipal Drive.
Local residents, workers can participate in health assessment
Residents and people who work in Grafton and Shrewsbury are encouraged to participate in the Community Health Assessment.Â
St. Mary’s Syriac Orthodox Church holds annual Mediterranean Festival
From August 11 to 13, St. Mary’s Syriac Orthodox Church in Shrewsbury held the second annual Mediterranean Festival.
Car stop in Shrewsbury leads to firearm and drug charges
Shrewsbury police arrested a Rochdale man on Aug. 14 after discovering drugs and a firearm during a car stop.
Local Girls on the Run sites get ready for fall season
Girls on the Run Worcester County is ready for its fall season and is anticipating more than 25 sites across the county to host its program.
Shrewsbury community says goodbye to Christmas Tree Shops
Hundreds of faithful shoppers from around the region traveled to the Christmas Tree Shops at Olde Shrewsbury Village for the store’s last day
Shrewsbury Farmers Market bears fruit
It wasn’t without trial and error, but after a management change, the Shrewsbury Farmers Market is in peak form and incredibly eager to welcome lovers of local business, fresh produce, fish, meats, and artisan goods.
Site of vacant lakeside building in Shrewsbury saw a variety of uses over time
The history of that location goes back to the mid-1800s, when the Haas and Fenner boathouse occupied the same spot. Years later, a number of buildings were built just east of the boathouse.
Solar panels eyed for Shrewsbury Police Station roof
The Shrewsbury Police Station Building Committee discussed installing solar panels on the roof of the recently constructed police station.
Health advisories issued for four Shrewsbury bodies of water
The Board of Health issued public health advisories for Gauch Park Pond, Oak Island Boat Ramp at Flint Pond, Jordan Pond and Newton Pond.
SELCO eyes move to Patrick Subaru building in Shrewsbury
The SELCO Commission unanimously voted to approve funds to explore possibly moving their operations to the site of Patrick Subaru.
Residential counselor at MAB group home receives award
The residential counselor of MAB Community Services’ group home in Shrewsbury has received a rising star award.Â
National Weather Service issues tornado warning for area
The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for the area until 9:30 a.m.