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Shrewsbury’s recycling program receives award
The Town of Shrewsbury was recognized in December with the Central Massachusetts Municipal Recycling Council Recognition Award.
Shrewsbury’s Market Basket celebrates one-year anniversary
Market Basket officially opened at 7 a.m. on Jan. 13, 2023, welcoming roughly 7,000 customers on the first day of operation.
Shrewsbury High School expansion not selected by MSBA
Superintendent Joe Sawyer announced at the Dec. 21 School Committee meeting that the MSBA did not select the SHS expansion project.
Region digs out from first snowstorm of season
The first snowstorm in nearly two years left the region with 10 to 14 inches of snow over Saturday, Jan. 6, into Sunday, Jan. 7.
Local students gain broader cultural understanding with S.T.O.P. Program
“I think, for me, the biggest thing I want [the participants] to get out of it is lifelong skills,” said Alam. “The world is always changing, and you’re always going to be put in new situations."
Communities impose parking bans as winter storm nears
With the first big snow on the season coming late Saturday into Sunday, the following parking bans will be in place.
40B project heads to Shrewsbury Zoning Board of Appeals
Emerald Run, located on Green Street, is a 40B project, meaning that 25% of the property — or 75 units — will be affordable.
Three brothers allege sexual abuse at Saint John’s in mid-1960s
Three brothers are alleging that Saint John’s religion teacher Richard “Dick” Doyle sexually abused them while they were minors.
Shrewsbury firm donates meals to local food agencies
Employees from Advantage Truck Group donated thousands of meals on Dec. 14 to Marlborough Community Cupboard and St. Anne’s Human Services.
Last-second goal pushes St. John’s past Shrewsbury in high-energy hockey matchup
The Shrewsbury-St. John’s rivalry has promised down-to-the-wire finishes in almost every arena. This game came down to the last 30 seconds.
Shrewsbury soccer coach receives MIAA honor
Matthew Wheeler, the head coach of Shrewsbury’s boys soccer team, has been recognized for his coaching excellence.
St. Anne’s Human Services provides holiday cheer, year-round support
The pantry – an offshoot of St. Anne’s Human Services – helps fight food insecurity throughout Shrewsbury.
Information sessions on Shrewsbury YAHOO program
There will be information sessions on Shrewsbury YAHOO on Jan. 16 at 5 p.m. and Jan. 20 at 9 a.m. at the Shrewsbury Senior Center.
Locals graduate from correctional officers training academy
Worcester County Sheriff Lew Evangelidis administered the Correctional Officers Oath on Dec. 1 to the 26 graduating recruits.
Oak Middle School holds spelling bee
After two hours – and 25 rounds – of spelling, seventh-grade student Arpith Mishra emerged victorious.
Shrewsbury School Committee talks school security
Last year, the School Committee earmarked money to fund a security audit. On Dec. 6, they met to discuss the results of that audit.
Shrewsbury shows holiday cheer with Caroling on the Common
The Shrewsbury community gathered on the Town Common to spread holiday cheer on Dec. 23. Caroling on the Common featured free hot chocolate.
Shrewsbury family has lived in town for five generations
After Nicholas and his wife passed away, the house stayed in the family and remains so today, with many of the fifth generation of the family still living in Shrewsbury.
Floor & Decor opens in Shrewsbury
Floor & Decor has officially opened. Community leaders on Dec. 21 gathered to celebrate the opening of Shrewsbury’s latest business.
Caroling on the Shrewsbury Town Common
The Caroling on the Common will be held Dec. 23 at 7 p.m. on the Shrewsbury Town Common. Song sheets and hot chocolate will be available.