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SAC honors longtime member Ray Pedersen
Shrewsbury – There were proclamations, dedications, good friends and loving family gathered at Shrewsbury’s Scandinavian Athletic Club Park (SAC) on April 30 with the club honoring one of its own on what can only be described as a most special day for longtime member and Vice President Reidar (Ray) Pedersen.
Five things to do this weekend
Here are five events happening around the region this weekend! There's lots of fun to be had!
Shrewsbury anticipates $173.3 million budget for FY24
Town Manager Kevin Mizikar unveiled a proposed $173,205,925 budget for fiscal year 2024, in a presentation to the Select Board.
Hudson High School graduates Class of 2013
Hudson – Diplomas were presented to 203 members of the Class of 2013 at the 139th Graduation Exercises, held June 2 at the Hudson...
Mickel prepares to step down as Westborough’s town clerk
For nearly three decades, Wendy Mickel and her staff have recorded and preserved town records, print and digital.
Northborough families get visit from Santa
NORTHBOROUGH – Santa Claus, indeed, did come to town Dec. 18, although he wasn’t riding in a sleigh led by reindeer.Â
Residents throughout Northborough gathered...
Wayside presents awards on Senior Health and Fitness Day
Marlborough – In observance of National Senior Health and Fitness Day, a luncheon was served May 28 at Wayside Racquet and Swim Club with awards presented to deserving guests. The highlight was the announcement of the 18th annual George Fortin Fit for Life Award and the second annual Effie Ann Thompkins Community Service Award. Each of the award's namesake was in attendance.
As is the custom, that morning began with the Al Kursonis Memorial Tennis Tournament. This year, three winners were recognized by Darren McLaughlin, general manager of Wayside.
Westborough announces Memorial Day grand marshal
Westborough – Westborough recently named James J. Tepper as its 2018 Memorial Day Parade grand marshal.
Tepper began his 28-year military career in 1964 when...
Southborough police respond to break-ins at businesses
After responding to break-ins at two businesses, the Southborough Police Department is seeking the public’s help identifying a suspect.
Westborough family accomplishes high achievement in New HampshireÂ
By Matthew Dunn, Contributing Writer
Westborough - Steep, often slippery, and high above the meandering roads below, the peaks of New Hampshire’s White Mountains have challenged...
Winter storm warning to take effect ahead of Friday snow
REGION - Forecasters have issued a winter storm warning for much of the state, including area communities, ahead of a batch of winter weather...
Westborough Public Library hosts Goat Yoga
By Jesse Kucewicz, Contributing Writer
WESTBOROUGH - In an effort to increase adult engagement during the pandemic, the Westborough Public Library has held a number...
‘Dog days’ of winter
Shrewsbury - Folks and their four-legged friends took advantage of a (relatively) warm day to enjoy a walk in Dean Park Feb. 25.
Photos/Jerry Callaghan
Plans will decrease apartments, increase open space at Shrewsbury’s old Beal School
SHREWSBURY – The number of apartments in the proposed Beal Commons development in downtown Shrewsbury has been reduced as this project moves forward.Â
The amount...
Westborough teen is a powerful advocate for autism research
Westborough – Although she did not win the top prize in the national competition of the Prudential Spirit of Community awards this past spring, Rebecca Ackerman is not disappointed. Quite to the contrary, she was thrilled at the opportunity, she said, to meet so many other young people who, like her, are inspired to make a positive change in the world.
In March, she was named as one of the two Massachusetts honorees for the Prudential awards. Rebecca, who will be entering her senior year at Westborough High School this fall, was honored for her work as an advocate for autism awareness and research. She has a very personal reason that she is so passionate about this cause – her twin brother, David, is autistic.
Boston Marathon underway with dozens of area runners competing
The Boston Marathon got underway this morning, with more than 60 local registrants set to cross the starting line in Hopkinton.
Shrewsbury resident dances his way to Radio City Music Hall Christmas production
Shrewsbury - Sam Quinn, 22, recently signed a contract with Radio City Music Hall to join the cast as a dancer with the Radio City Christmas Spectacular National Tour. The 2009 Shrewsbury High School (SHS) graduate is a 2012 magna cum laude graduate of the University of Arizona, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in dance.
EDC honors local Westborough businesses
The awards were part of the EDC’s eighth annual Year in Review, a celebration of the local business scene.
Softball players make their mark
Northborough – The Mark Fidrych Foundation held its third annual Make Your Mark softball tournament Saturday, Aug 24. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations that give children with physical, mental and emotional challenges the chance to play sports, and is named for one of Northborough's best known and most loved residents. In 1976, he was named Rookie of the Year while playing with the Detroit Tigers.
Shrewsbury schools superintendent’s contract extended
By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer
SHREWSBURY — Shrewsbury Public School Superintendent Joseph Sawyer will continue to lead the district through June 2026, according to adjustments...