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Westborough’s Kate Donaghue announces campaign for new state representative seat
WESTBOROUGH – Westborough resident and community activist Kate Donaghue announced a run for State Representative on Thursday, running in the new 19th Worcester District.
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UPDATE: Westborough teachers, community members protest new flexible masking policy at WHS, Gibbons
By Laura Hayes and Dakota Antelman
WESTBOROUGH – Westborough High School (WHS) staff participated in a brief “walk out” this afternoon in response to the...
Developers pitch new Hyundai dealership in Westborough
A Hyundai dealership may be heading to Westborough. Automotive Management Services Inc., which is a privately held automotive group, ...
Westborough to follow state guidelines, lift COVID-19 restrictions
By Susan Gonsalves, Contributing Writer
WESTBOROUGH - Westborough’s Board of Health and Select Board voted to rescind the COVID-19 guidelines and policies they put in...
Westborough fire chief pitches plan to hire four new firefighters
By Dan Miller, Contributing Writer
WESTBOROUGH – The Westborough Fire Department says it is in a race to keep up with rapidly rising emergency response...
Westborough says ‘thank you’ to police, firefighters
Event honors fallen Worcester police officer
By Laura Hayes, Contributing Writer
WESTBOROUGH — Fire trucks and police cruisers filled the parking lot of First United Methodist...
Westborough American Legion seeks members
American Legion Post 163 is looking for more members. The post wants to increase its membership and also raise funds for its programs.
Lower state aid could hike Westborough’s property taxes
A less-than-anticipated increase in state aid could factor in an increase to the town’s average single-family property tax bill past $1,000.
Online business directory launched in Westborough
The Economic Development Committee has launched Shop Westborough, an online business directory. Read more about the directory.
Tavolino in Westborough reopens following renovations
The Tavolino Italian Gourmet restaurant at 33 East Main St. is scheduled to reopen on Friday, March 1, at 11:30 a.m., following nearly a month of renovations.
Westborough EDC raises concerns about Climate Action Plan
By Susan Gonsalves, Contributing Writer
WESTBOROUGH - The Economic Development Committee is not prepared to offer its support for a proposed Climate Action Plan without...
Developers eye campus-style project at Westborough BJ’s headquarters site
WESTBOROUGH – A developer wants to demolish existing structures and build a new campus-style facility at the current BJ's headquarters at 25 Research Drive...
Westborough Select Board weighs future of former Regal Cinemas site
WESTBOROUGH – The Westborough Select Board is discussing what to do with a now town-owned property off Route 9 that was once occupied by...
Local anglers take up the Fishing Challenge
The Civic Club sponsored its Fishing Challenge, a chance for young and old alike to spend a sunny morning along the shores to try their luck.
AG rejects part of Westborough plastic bag bylaw amendment
A proposed mandatory $0.10 fee for bags at Westborough stores will not go into effect thanks to a recent move by the state Attorney General.
Westborough resident works to fight cancer with ‘Sciarappa Strong’ efforts
WESTBOROUGH - In 2015, Corinne Sciarappa was diagnosed with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive pediatric soft tissue cancer.
While Corinne was undergoing treatment, her...
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...
UPDATE: Westborough dedicates new memorial to Marine killed in 1983 Beirut bombings
By Jesse Kucewicz, Contributing Writer
WESTBOROUGH - The Westborough Veterans Advisory Board honored the life of Marine Corps Capt. Michael Haskell with a plaque dedication...
Westborough VFW commander receives Quilt of Valor
Recently, Ray Fitzgerald, commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9013, received a Quilt of Valor from the Quilts of Valor Foundation.
Renovation work continues at Westborough’s Speedway Plaza
WESTBOROUGH - Community members passing the RK Speedway Plaza on Route 9 in Westborough have seen crews at work renovating part of the facility...