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Shrewsbury School Committee approves changes to school start times

After months of research, the School Committee unanimously voted to change school start times for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Man arrested for alleged robberies including in Shrewsbury and Marlborough

Boston – The office of U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Andrew Lelling released this statement last evening: A Lancaster man was arrested yesterday...
Philip J. Powers

Philip J. Powers, 82, of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury - Philip J. Powers, 82, longtime Shrewsbury resident, died peacefully on Monday February 3, 2020 surrounded by his family at the Rose Monahan...

Town manager receives glowing review

Shrewsbury - Town Manager Daniel Morgado publicly received his performance review at the Board of Selectmen’s meeting Feb. 9.

A sunny ‘forecast’ for Shrewsbury seniors

By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer SHREWSBURY — Sitting in a sea of navy blue on the turf field at Shrewsbury High School, the Class of 2021...

Shrewsbury defeats Algonquin in season opener

Shrewsbury - The Shrewsbury High School (SHS) Colonials football team defeated the Algonquin Regional High School Tomahawks 34-0 in the season opener, held Sept. 12 under the lights at SHS.

John A. Scala Sr., 93

Shrewsbury - John A. Scala Sr., 93, of Shrewsbury, died Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013 after a hard-fought battle with bladder cancer. He was predeceased by...

Shrewsbury retiree hosts front lawn concerts

Robert “Bob” Leach has found a fun way to help bring some happiness to others in a very unique way during this pandemic – by hosting musical performances on the front lawn of his Prospect Street home in Shrewsbury.

Beal Commons developers propose modifications to plan

Developers of the proposed Beal Commons mixed-use development presented modifications to its original project design.
Cathy LaRoche (second from left) with members of the Shrewsbury High School M.O.V.E. program gather around Gingerbread House they created earlier this month. Photo/Melanie Petrucci

Shrewsbury High’s M.O.V.E. director leaves legacy of advocacy and hope for students

By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter Shrewsbury – During the year, under the direction of Cathy LaRoche, director of the Shrewsbury High School Special Education...

Shrewsbury resident shares granddaughter’s Eagle Scout achievement

By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter Cambridge/Shrewsbury - Pravin Trivedi of Shrewsbury is a proud grandfather. His granddaughter Kavita Trivedi, 15, of Cambridge, is among...

Shrewsbury selectmen approve three-month extension with PharmaCann

By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter Shrewsbury - A three-month extension to the Host Community Agreement (HCA) between the town and Pharmacann was granted by...

Shrewsbury grads will use lessons learned in gymnastics as they head to college

Shrewsbury – Three recent Shrewsbury High School graduates, who are students of the Gymnastics Learning Center (GLC) in Shrewsbury are prime examples that devotion to a sport they love leads to rewards. Sydney Malko, Alexandra Smyrnios and Reilly Peloquin, have received awards on the state, regional, and national levels, but have gained rewards in life as well.

LIVE UPDATES: Shrewsbury convenes for Special Town Meeting

      Editor’s note: This article will be updated as Town Meeting approves the articles. SHREWSBURY - Town officials held the Shrewsbury Town meeting tonight at Oak...

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.

Judith M. Cote, 73, of Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury - Judith M. “Judy” (Driscoll) Cote, 73, a lifelong resident of Shrewsbury, died Sept. 16, 2018 at her home, surrounded by her family....

MidWach League announces 2021-2022 winter all-stars

The MidWach League, which includes Algonquin, Shrewsbury, Marlborough, Hudson and Westborough high schools, is honoring its winter all-stars.

Onstage ‘First Date’ rescheduled for Feb. 18 and 19

Shrewsbury – Due to the snowstorm last weekend, the Regatta Players will present the musical “First Date” for two additional performances: Saturday, Feb. 18, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 19, at 2 p.m., at the Flanagan Theater in Southgate at Shrewsbury, 30 Julio Dr.

Salvatore Mangano, 77

Shrewsbury - Salvatore "Sal" Mangano, 77, longtime Shrewsbury resident and retired Worcester Police Officer, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, April 2, 2014, surrounded...

Shrewsbury Public Library hosts Halloween Spooktacular

By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter Shrewsbury – The Community Meeting Rooms at the Shrewsbury Public Library were transformed into a spooky space as the Children’s...