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Bunny Perron recognized as Westborough’s oldest resident
WESTBOROUGH – Patricia “Bunny” Perron was honored by the Westborough Historical Society and the Select Board last week in an event recognizing her as...
Truck strikes bridge in downtown Westborough
A truck has struck the East Main Street bridge in downtown Westborough, according to a post by the Westborough Fire Department on Facebook.
Man charged with carrying a machete following Westborough traffic stop
After being arrested in a suspected OUI, Westborough police allegedly found a machete and ammunition in the suspect’s possession.
‘Another day, another truck’: Truck hits Westborough train bridge
A tractor trailer struck the low train bridge over East Main Street in Westborough on Thursday morning, the second crash this week.
Westborough Hometown Heroes banner program moves forward
Westborough’s new Hometown Heroes banner program is taking shape as organizers continue their work to honor local veterans.
Westborough High School DECA members attend international conference
Three members of WHS' DECA chapter traveled to Atlanta at the end of last week to participate in an international conference there.
Zero Waste Westborough encouraging residents to compost
By Morgan Hume, Contributing Writer
Westborough - It’s no secret the world is facing a climate crisis. Air pollution is covering city skylines, oceans are...
Westborough launches home pickups of textiles
Starting this month, Westborough residents are able to schedule a home pickup of clothing and household textiles.
Sunday alcohol sales at Westborough restaurants may head to Town Meeting
Westborough restaurants may be able to sell alcohol two hours earlier on Sundays, pending a vote at Town Meeting this fall.
Westborough further restricts outdoor water usage
The Town of Westborough has moved to a level five water restriction. This move means that outdoor lawn and garden watering is restricted ...
Design shelving firm takes over Shakour site on Route 9
The building that once housed Shakour on Route 9 is making way for the newest location of Rakks, an architectural shelving and design firm.
Westborough asks EG America to contribute to traffic improvements
WESTBOROUGH – The Westborough Planning Board is hoping EG America will consider contributing to traffic improvement efforts at the intersection of Flanders Road and...
Westborough Police Chief says its ‘imperative’ department hire more officers
By Jennifer L. Grybowski, Contributing Writer
Westborough - Westborough Police Chief Jeffrey Lourie came to the Board of Selectmen Oct. 7 to ask for support on...
Nourse Farm in Westborough to celebrate 300th anniversary
Nourse Farm in Westborough will be celebrating its 300th anniversary this weekend with a two-day schedule of events.
Westborough High School Promotes Inclusion Through Best Buddies
By Mary Cathrine Karcich, Contributing Writer
Westborough - The Best Buddies program at Westborough High School is more than just a club – it’s a...
Westborough resident celebrates 109th birthday
The Beaumont at Westborough celebrated the milestone 109th birthday of resident Dorothy Guenon late last month.
Legislators update on Westborough commuter rail parking lot project
By Jennifer L. Grybowski, Contributing Writer
Westborough – During the Sept. 22 Board of Selectmen meeting, State Rep. Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury) updated the Board on the...
Westborough examines whether golf club building is historic
The town’s Historical Commission is determining whether the building at 121 W. Main St. – the current golf club – may be considered historic.
Westborough Farmers’ Market kicks off season in new location
A revamped Westborough Farmers’ Market saw its opening day last month after a change of hands and location over the past two years.
Plans for 2022 Westborough winter light display move forward
The Westborough Select Board last month approved a plan for this year’s Rotary Club Winter Lights display in the downtown area.