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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
Saint John’s senior named Coca-Cola Scholar
Saint John’s senior Arjun Nargolwala has been named as a member of the 35th class of Coca-Cola Scholars, one of 150 people selected.
Shrewsbury Police arrest suspected crack cocaine dealer
The Shrewsbury Police Department recently conducted an investigation into a man distributing crack cocaine to several individuals in Shrewsbury and several locations throughout Worcester County.
Shrewsbury gives Town Manager green light to negotiate Beal agreement
SHREWSBURY – Shrewsbury’s Town Manager will soon begin to negotiate a land disposition agreement with the potential developers of a project at the former...
Broken Creek Vineyard flourishes under new ownership
Broken Creek Vineyard — which was started in 2011 by Eric and Peggy Preusse — is under new ownership of Abby and Jean Skaff.
Midland-Wachusett League announces 2023 spring all-star selections
Over 150 high school athletes were recently recognized as 2023 spring all-stars by the Midland-Wachusett League.
Local Realtor inspires a brigade of seamstresses to make homemade masks
By Melanie Petrucci, Senior Community Reporter
Shrewsbury – As the number of COVID-19 cases have risen, Shrewsbury residents have been revving up their sewing machines...
Illegal dumping leads to two arrests
A report of illegal dumping led to the recovery of a stolen motor vehicle and the arrest of two people.
Residents voice concerns over proposed 55+ development in Shrewsbury
SHREWSBURY - Community members voiced concerns earlier this month as the Shrewsbury Planning Board got its first look at plans for a 55+ development...
MidWach League announces 2022 spring all-stars
Several dozen high school student athletes were recently honored as MidWach League all-stars following the spring sports season.
Matthew R. Chamberlain, 47, of Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury - Matthew R. Chamberlain, 47, passed away peacefully on October 4th surrounded by his loving family, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He...
Floor & Decor coming to Rt. 9 in Shrewsbury
A Floor & Decor may be coming to the future home of a McGovern Auto Group collision and fit-up center at 420 Boston Turnpike.
Drivers detoured on Route 20 in Shrewsbury
Route 20 is closed in both directions between Shrewsbury Commons and the intersections of Route 20 and South Street and Green Street
Shrewsbury father advocates for students to get Diwali off
Shrewsbury resident Anand Sharma, who has two kids that attend Shrewsbury schools, is advocating for students to receive Diwali off.
Shrewsbury sends letter asking for turn restrictions
By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer
SHREWSBURY — The Shrewsbury Board of Selectmen moved forward May 11 with sending a letter to the Massachusetts Department of...
Armed robbery at Shrewsbury gas station leads to charges
Sean Wogan, 29, has been charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and intimidate to steal from depository, among other charges.
Shrewsbury police make arrests after firearms found in fanny packs
SHREWSBURY – Two Worcester residents face charges after they allegedly had firearms in their possession without a license.
Police arrested Isaac Penado, 18, and Yan...
High school scoreboard: Power rankings bring good news for area teams as winter season...
REGION - A handful of area basketball and hockey teams celebrated favorable rankings this past week through the state’s new power ranking system.
Weighing win-loss...
Worcester man arrested on gun, drug charges in Shrewsbury
Lucas Alves, 18, of Worcester, faces charges after police allegedly found a loaded handgun and drugs in a backpack during a traffic stop.
Shrewsbury releases unofficial election results
Shrewsbury voters headed to the polls on Tuesday, casting their ballots to settle contested Selectmen and School Committee races.