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Westborough ‘connects’ with Kindness Week
The fifth annual Kindness Week kicked off on Nov. 12 at the Westborough Food Pantry and at Westborough High School (WHS).
Westborough police charge man for possession of ‘ghost gun’
Police have arrested Marcos Paulo Silva, of Framingham, after he was allegedly in possession of a “ghost gun.”
Westboro Mobil’s license reinstated by Select Board
The Westboro Mobil is allowed to sell used cars once again. In a 3-2 vote, the Select Board decided to reinstate their license with conditions
Residents pitch underground garage for Hyundai dealership
Parking and a letter took center stage at the latest public hearing for the proposed Hyundai dealership on Turnpike Road.
Select Board chooses entertainment center
Apple Cinemas has won the bid to convert the former Regal Cinemas at 213 Turnpike Road into an entertainment center.
Local Dunkin’ franchises part of child labor lawsuit
A management company and its owners will pay more than $145,000 to resolve child labor violations across several Dunkin’ locations.
Westborough football coach passes his love of the game down to his sons
Michael Chapman used to suit his boys up with helmets and shoulder pads to prepare for a family football game in their backyard.
A sweet time at annual Trick or Treat in downtown Westborough
Families got a head start to Halloween with the annual Trick or Treat, sponsored by the Recreation Department.
Westborough Library ponders next move in effort to fund expansion
The future of the Westborough Public Library expansion and renovation may hinge on a citizen’s petition following defeat at Town Meeting.
Select Board continues Westboro Mobil Class II license suspension
After an extensive discussion, the Select Board decided to continue the suspension of Westboro Mobil’s Class II license until Nov. 3.
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’s Bock, Henderson receive Good Scout award
The Mayflower Council of the Boy Scouts of America will present its annual Westborough Good Scout Award to Amber Bock and Karen Henderson.
Electric vehicle enthusiasts plug into expo in Westborough
Nearly three dozen drivers took part in the “Get Charged Up” EV Expo on Oct. 15 at the Amazon Robotics parking lot on Otis Street.
Open space purchase heading to Westborough Town Meeting
A chance for the town to purchase a 15.42-acre parcel at 0 Ruggles Street will appear on the fall Town Meeting warrant.
Planet Fitness to open in Westborough in November
Planet Fitness will open its newest location in Westmeadow Plaza at 166 Milk Street in November. Crews were working on the site Oct. 11.
Westborough native becomes new coach for Worcester Railers
This season, Jordan Lavallee-Smotherman will be behind the bench and the desk, as the new coach and general manager for the Worcester Railers.
Nearly 20 years of Westborough’s Nature Notes
For 18 years, Annie Reid and Garry Kessler have covered Westborough’s flora and fauna in their column “Nature Notes” on behalf of the WCLT.
Westborough Board of Health proposes changes to plastic reduction bylaw
Residents will have another chance to decide on a plastic reduction bylaw at the fall Town Meeting on Oct. 17.
The engines roar again at Westboro Speedway reunion
The day was a celebration of Westboro Speedway, which operated from 1947 to 1985 off Route 9, and featured nearly two dozen modifieds.
Westborough Cultural Council hosts its 12th Arts in Common
Forecasts for rain Oct. 1 prompted the Westborough Cultural Council to move its 12th Arts in Common to Mill Pond School.